Army Commander Implicates Bolsonaro in Coup Plot

Former Brazilian Army Commander Freire Gomes Testifies Against Bolsonaro in Coup Plot Case Brazil's Supreme Court is hearing testimony in the ongoing investigation into former President Jair Bolsonaro's alleged involvement in a coup plot. A key witness, former Army commander Marco Antônio Freire Gomes, gave evidence confirming a meeting with Bolsonaro to discuss the plot. Gomes' testimony is crucial as it provides firsthand account of the discussions and Bolsonaro's intentions. "What we warned him about was that he should pay attention to all aspects," stated Gomes, clarifying that he did not threaten Bolsonaro with arrest, as some reports suggested. Instead, he emphasized the Army's commitment to upholding the Constitution and its refusal to participate in any actions that violated it. The meeting, according to Gomes, involved discussions about strategies to challenge the results of the 2022 presidential election. The testimony sheds light on the extent of Bolsonaro's efforts to undermine democratic processes. The ongoing investigation continues to unfold, with further testimony and evidence expected to emerge.