Queiroga Denies Bolsonaro's Coup Involvement in STF Testimony

Brazil's Supreme Federal Court heard testimony from former Health Minister Marcelo Queiroga on May 26, 2025, as part of an ongoing investigation into an alleged coup attempt. Queiroga's testimony focused on whether ex-President Jair Bolsonaro was involved in any post-election coup planning. Queiroga firmly denied any such involvement, stating, "There were no discussions among government members about any type of intention or movement related to a coup." The court also examined a video from a July 5, 2022, ministerial meeting, found in the files of Bolsonaro's former aide, Mauro Cid. The defense of General Augusto Heleno, Bolsonaro's former Institutional Security Cabinet chief, attempted to demonstrate a distancing between Heleno and Bolsonaro in the final stages of the government, asserting that Heleno did not discuss any coup plans with military personnel or other GSI members. The STF's inquiry continues to gather evidence and witness testimonies, aiming to shed light on the events surrounding the alleged coup attempt.