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US Sanctions Threat Against Moraes Escalates Brazil Election Risk

The Trump administration is reportedly considering reimposing sanctions on Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, introducing new geopolitical friction.

By Eleanor Shaw

Published Aug 17, 2026, 6:53 AM UTC

US Sanctions Threat Against Moraes Escalates Brazil Election Risk — Illustration — BRZ.news

The Trump administration is reportedly considering reimposing sanctions on Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, introducing new geopolitical friction.

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