The Cases

President of Brazil's largest party (PL) arrested for alleged participation in a coup attempt, days before Christmas 2024.

Former presidential advisor arrested for alleged involvement in coup plot. Detained by the judge he had publicly criticized.

Former Bolsonaro aide arrested for alleged participation in a coup plot. Signed a plea deal after months of pre-trial detention.

Sitting congressman in voluntary exile in the US after Moraes threatened to revoke his mandate for criticizing the STF while abroad.

Former Navy Commander arrested for alleged participation in a coup plot. First-ever arrest of a former armed forces commander in Brazil's history.

Former president who went into exile after losing the 2022 election. Indicted for alleged coup attempt; passport seized by the STF.

Former PTB president jailed by Moraes in the fake news inquiry. Sentenced to 17 years after firing a rifle at federal agents.

Former Justice Minister arrested after January 8. Accused of intentional negligence; a draft coup decree was found at his home.

Four-star general and former vice-presidential candidate arrested for alleged leadership in a coup plot. Unprecedented in Brazil's history.

Former congressman jailed for criticizing the STF on video. Sentenced to 8 years and 9 months for "subversion of the constitutional order".