Brazil's military court may expel Bolsonaro from the armed forces
Brazil's Superior Military Court (STM) is weighing whether to expel former president Jair Bolsonaro from the armed forces. Judges are also debating whether to rule before or after the country's elections.
Brazil's Superior Military Court is preparing to rule on whether to strip former president Jair Bolsonaro of his standing as a retired army officer. Bolsonaro joined the military as a captain and served for years before entering politics.
Judges are also divided over whether to issue the ruling close to the election calendar or wait until afterward. The timing could directly shape the decision's impact on public and political debate.
If expelled, Bolsonaro could lose certain benefits tied to his military pension and rank. The case adds to a string of legal proceedings that have marked Bolsonaro's recent years.
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