Eduardo Bolsonaro: The Radical Heir’s International Crusade Against Brazil’s Supreme Court

Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, has become one of Brazil’s most controversial political figures. His career is marked by incendiary rhetoric, persistent judicial conflicts, and a brazen defiance of democratic institutions.

Political Rise and International Ambitions

Elected as a federal deputy from São Paulo, Eduardo became one of the most-voted lawmakers in Brazil’s history. He’s known for his staunch support of civil gun ownership and connections with right-wing movements abroad, especially ties with former U.S. President Donald Trump.

Judicial Troubles and Ongoing Conflicts

• Defamation Lawsuit in the Supreme Court

In 2023, the STF accepted a criminal complaint against Eduardo for defaming Deputy Tabata Amaral, accusing her of pushing corporate interests in her legislation.

• Attacks on Journalists

Eduardo has been publicly criticized for misogynistic remarks aimed at journalist Miriam Leitão, concerning her suffering under the Brazilian military dictatorship.

• Provocative Comments About Teachers

In 2023, he likened teachers to drug traffickers, sparking inquiries into whether his comments constituted hate speech or incitement.

Temporary Resignation and Relocation to the U.S.

In March 2025, Eduardo took a temporary leave from Congress and relocated to the U.S., citing fears of persecution that could include arrest by STF Justice Alexandre de Moraes. The Partido Liberal (PL) was reportedly caught off guard by his move.

In the U.S., Eduardo has lobbied for international support, forging ties with Trump-aligned American politicians to expose what he deems judicial persecution. He aims to advocate for amnesty for those convicted in the January 8 riots in Brazil’s capital.

Financial Transfers and Judicial Inquiries

In a deposition to the Federal Police, Jair Bolsonaro confirmed transferring BRL 2 million to Eduardo in the U.S., asserting the funds came from an earlier crowdfunding campaign. He denied funding Eduardo’s relocation costs. Brazilian authorities are now examining whether Eduardo’s actions in the U.S. constitute interference with Brazilian judicial processes.

Final Analysis

Eduardo Bolsonaro represents a radical strand of Brazilian politics defined by defiance, disinformation, and institutional erosion. He returned to the center of controversy after giving interviews in which he suggested a possible US military intervention in Brazil if former President Jair Bolsonaro were arrested. His statements ignited the debate on national sovereignty and strengthened the ideological alignment with the Trumpist wing. Eduardo's rhetoric coincides with the attempt to seek amnesty for the January 8th coup and comes at a sensitive time, with Donald Trump imposing tariffs on Brazil, using it as a means of attacking the BRICs. This confluence of discourse and international pressure reveals a political effort to destroy the current Brazilian government, instrumentalizing both diplomacy and the international market.

Further Reading and Sources (also in English):

• 📌 Eduardo Bolsonaro vê cerco se fechando no Brasil e pode ficar nos EUA – Brasil247

• 📌 Eduardo Bolsonaro entrou nos EUA com visto de turista – Brasil247

• 📌 PF tenta localizar Eduardo Bolsonaro para intimá-lo – ICL Notícias

• 📌 Eduardo Bolsonaro ignora PF e não responde contatos – Brasil247

• 📌 Cerco se fecha: Eduardo Bolsonaro pode ficar mais tempo nos EUA – DCM

• 📌 Bolsonaro presta depoimento sobre conspiração de Eduardo nos EUA – ICL Notícias

• 📌 Eduardo Bolsonaro recebeu salário integral mesmo fora do país – Brasil247

• 📌 Hugo Motta aprova afastamento de Eduardo Bolsonaro – Brasil247

• 📌 Eduardo Bolsonaro alega perseguição e diz que pedirá asilo político – Brasil247