US to grant visas to Bolsonaro family following Brazil election loss
A senior State Department official confirmed the US will issue entry visas to former Brazilian leader Jair Bolsonaro and his family.
At a glance
- US State Department confirmed it will issue visas to Bolsonaro and his family
- Bolsonaro has reportedly left Brazil for Florida
- Senior US official approved the visa decision
The United States will grant entry visas to Jair Bolsonaro and his family, according to a senior State Department official. Reports indicate Bolsonaro has left Brazil for Florida following his election loss.
The decision comes as Bolsonaro departed Brazil for the United States. A senior Trump administration official expressed approval of Bolsonaro's entry to the country.
Why it matters
Bolsonaro's departure and US visa approval follow his recent election loss in Brazil, marking a significant development in his political situation.
Original reporting
- Daily Tribune (Bahrain)US To Grant Flavio Bolsonaro Visas After Brazil Election Loss
- CNBC — Top NewsTrump says he approves of Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro coming to U.S. following election loss
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