Flávio Bolsonaro, a Brazilian senator and son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, has reportedly left Brazil for Florida after losing the presidential election. He is under investigation for money laundering and was ordered to surrender his passports. Bolsonaro has denied any wrongdoing and claims the investigation is politically motivated. His brother, Eduardo Bolsonaro, denied that he fled the country. The situation raises questions about his reception in the U.S., especially given former President Trump's support for his family.
Key facts
- Flávio Bolsonaro lost the presidential election on October 27, 2026.
- He is under investigation for a $10 million money-laundering scheme.
- The Brazilian Supreme Court ordered him to surrender his passports.
- Bolsonaro reportedly left for Florida on a plane as of 3 p.m. Tuesday.
- Eduardo Bolsonaro denied allegations that his brother fled Brazil.
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