Sunday, January 8, 2023

Bolsonaro supporters storm Brazilian Congress

 

Brazilian police arrest protesters inside government buildings


From CNN's Marcia Reverdosa and Rodrigo Pedroso



Brazil's Federal District Military Police (PMDF) have begun dispersing pro-Bolsonaro protesters inside Brasília's government buildings, according to a statement from the PMDF.

Those identified as taking part in "acts of vandalism" are being taken to the police station, the PMDF said.

Approximately 30 protesters have been arrested, according to CNN Brasil, which also aired videos showing buses of arrested protesters.

  • Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro have broken in to the country's congressional building, Supreme Court and presidential palace, according to Brazilian media.
  • Footage showed massive crowds in the capital of Brasília, with some rioters clashing with police. A protester was seen sitting at the desk of the president of Congress.

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