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Supreme Court Justice André Mendonca just pulled a major political move, firing Brazil’s federal police chief and intelligence head—right before the October elections—claiming they ran an illegal operation targeting him. President Lula’s team immediately challenged the move, arguing it oversteps judicial authority and disrupts national security. The fallout? A brewing crisis tied to high-stakes investigations involving politicians and pension fraud, with Lula’s son caught in the crosshairs. Meanwhile, police leaders stand firm, offering resignations in protest, calling the accusations baseless and politically driven. All this comes amid escalating tensions between Mendonca and Justice Alexandre de Moraes, creating a volatile legal and political showdown that could reshape Brazil’s future.

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