Bolsonaro Denies Coup Plot in STF Testimony

Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro appeared before the Supreme Federal Court (STF) on June 10, 2025, to testify in an investigation into an alleged coup plot following the 2022 elections. Bolsonaro, who is accused by the Prosecutor General's Office of being a central figure in the plot, denied any involvement. "I did not write, alter, or store the so-called 'coup plot' document," Bolsonaro stated. He claimed meetings with military officials in late 2022 focused on "alternatives within the Constitution." He also apologized to Justice Alexandre de Moraes for past accusations of corruption, calling them a "venting of frustration." The STF will now assess the evidence and determine the next steps in the investigation. This case continues to be a significant development in Brazilian politics, with implications for the country's democratic institutions.