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The U.S. just revoked Brazil’s ambassador’s visa in a sharp diplomatic move, citing Brazil’s refusal to grant visas to two American diplomats ahead of their election—and its failure to approve Trump’s ambassador pick. The State Department frames this as reciprocity, having waited for Brazil to change course—but with no movement, the U.S. is sending a clear message. The ambassador could still get her visa back if Brazil cooperates. Tied to Brazil’s October election, tensions run high: Lula’s policies clash with U.S. interests, while Bolsonaro’s family ties to Trump add complexity. Earlier this year, the U.S. labeled Brazilian cartels as terrorists—a move Lula opposed—and slapped tariffs on Brazilian goods over claims of unfair trade and forced labor, which Brazil denies. This visa standoff is just one more layer in a strained but deeply entangled U.S.-Brazil relationship.

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