Bolsonaro news
Here are some recent news articles and updates about Jair Bolsonaro, the President of Brazil:
Recent News
- Bolsonaro's approval ratings plummet: According to a recent poll, Bolsonaro's approval ratings have dropped to 24%, the lowest level since he took office in 2019. (Source: Reuters)
- Brazil's economy struggles: The Brazilian economy has been struggling, with GDP growth slowing to 0.2% in the second quarter of 2022. Bolsonaro has been criticized for his handling of the economy. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Environmental concerns: Bolsonaro has been accused of rolling back environmental protections and promoting deforestation in the Amazon rainforest. A recent report found that the Amazon has lost over 15% of its forest cover since 2000. (Source: The Guardian)
- Corruption allegations: Bolsonaro has been accused of corruption and nepotism, with several family members and allies facing investigations and charges. (Source: The New York Times)
- Vaccination efforts: Bolsonaro has been criticized for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, including his initial skepticism of vaccines and his government's slow rollout of vaccination efforts. (Source: CNN)
Recent Quotes
- "I'm not a dictator, I'm a president who is committed to the Constitution and the laws of Brazil." - Jair Bolsonaro (Source: Reuters)
- "The Amazon is not a priority for me. The priority is the economy and the people of Brazil." - Jair Bolsonaro (Source: The Guardian)
- "I'm not a corrupt person. I'm a person who has been accused of corruption, but I'm innocent." - Jair Bolsonaro (Source: The New York Times)
Recent Events
- Protests and demonstrations: There have been several protests and demonstrations in Brazil in recent months, including anti-Bolsonaro protests and pro-Bolsonaro rallies. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- Congressional investigations: The Brazilian Congress has launched several investigations into Bolsonaro's government, including allegations of corruption and abuse of power. (Source: BBC News)
- International relations: Bolsonaro has been involved in several international incidents, including a diplomatic spat with Argentina and a controversy over his comments on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. (Source: Haaretz)