Weight loss of lobbyist suspected in selling judicial decisions leads to investigation and goes to the Supreme Court
The significant weight loss of lobbyist Andreson Gonçalves de Oliveira, linked to a judicial decision-selling case, has prompted internal investigations within the Federal Penitentiary of Brasília and an intervention by the Supreme Court.
6 of the 10 ministers of the STF received funds above the ceiling; Moraes leads the list
Six of the ten ministers of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court have received payments exceeding the authorized ceiling while serving, despite making decisions against such supersalaries.
More power, less confidence: the dilemma of the STF
The article discusses the declining trust in Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) amid allegations involving some of its ministers and their families.
Mendonça authorizes the Federal Police to auction 10 luxury cars and motorcycles seized in investigation about INSS; see list
Brazilian Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça has authorized the Federal Police to auction luxury vehicles seized in a federal investigation into illegal pension deductions.
Who blocks the code in the STF strengthens the reputation of the worst court of all time
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court is facing criticism as public trust reaches an all-time low, amid calls for a code of conduct.
Allies of Tarcísio are perplexed with Fux's decision to interrupt the judgment on Sabesp
Allies of São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas express confusion over Minister Luiz Fux's interruption of the legal judgment regarding the privatization of Sabesp.
Moraes orders the arrest of accountant suspected of violating fiscal confidentiality of relatives of authorities
Supreme Court Minister Alexandre de Moraes has ordered the preventive arrest of Washington Travassos de Azevedo, who is alleged to have been one of the masterminds behind a criminal organization that sold confidential data of Brazilian authorities and their families.
The decline of confidence in the Supreme Court
There has been a significant decline in public trust in Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, driven by a polarized environment and dissatisfaction among various voter groups.
Master Case: Gilmar Mendes votes to maintain the imprisonment of Daniel Vorcaro; 2nd Panel of the STF reaches unanimous decision
Gilmar Mendes of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court voted to uphold the imprisonment of Daniel Vorcaro, contributing to a unanimous decision by the court's Second Panel.
'The role of a good judge is not to be a star,' says Mendonça
Minister André Mendonça of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court emphasizes that the essence of a good judge is to focus on integrity and discretion rather than seeking the limelight.
Trial on Sabesp begins at STF with Zanin's vote to maintain privatization
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) has begun a trial regarding the privatization of Sabesp, with Minister Cristiano Zanin voting to uphold the process.
PGR's partnership with PF in Vorcaro's plea will prevent 'leaks and lies,' say STF ministers
The signing of a confidentiality agreement between the owner of Banco Master, Daniel Vorcaro, the Federal Police, and the Attorney General’s Office aims to ensure truthful collaboration and prevent information leaks during his plea negotiations.
Vorcaro signs confidentiality agreement; Mendonça denies house arrest and transfers banker to the Federal Police
Brazilian banker Daniel Vorcaro has signed a confidentiality agreement with the Prosecutor's Office while his request for house arrest has been denied by Minister André Mendonça of the Supreme Court.
Amid negotiations with Vorcaro, STF may reconsider the possibility of PF closing plea deals on its own
The Brazilian Supreme Court is contemplating whether the Federal Police can independently finalize plea agreements without the approval of the Public Prosecutor's Office, sparked by the case of banker Daniel Vorcaro.
Vorcaro's lawyers reinforce exclusivity in defending banker before the STF
Daniel Vorcaro's legal team has emphasized that his representation at the Supreme Federal Court is exclusively handled by two specific law firms.
Mendonça authorizes the transfer of Daniel Vorcaro to the PF Superintendency in Brasília
Banker Daniel Vorcaro is set to be transferred from the Federal Penitentiary in Brasília to the Federal Police Superintendency following an authorization from Minister André Mendonça of the Supreme Federal Court.
CPMI of INSS: President says that STF line kept contact with Vorcaro and requests that the court inform who uses the number
The president of the CPMI of INSS, Senator Carlos Viana, has requested information from the Supreme Federal Court regarding a phone number linked to the court, which allegedly maintained contact with banker Daniel Vorcaro.
California’s trans agenda suffers another legal blow after attempt to undercut SCOTUS order fails
A federal appeals court rejected California's bid to narrow a Supreme Court ruling concerning transgender policies, marking another legal setback for the state.
Deputies request STF to grant humanitarian house arrest for Jair Bolsonaro
Brazilian federal deputy Gustavo Gayer has requested that ex-President Jair Bolsonaro be placed under house arrest for humanitarian reasons due to health issues, with support from 175 legislators.
Gilmar Mendes cancels the confidentiality breach of the Arleen fund approved by the Organized Crime CPI
Minister Gilmar Mendes of the Supreme Federal Court annulled the confidentiality breach of the Arleen fund, stating that such breaches should be individualized and not approved en masse.
CPMI of INSS: Federal Police says commission reinserted mobile phone data of Vorcaro collected at the request of the STF
The Federal Police reported that the CPMI of INSS reintroduced data from Daniel Vorcaro's mobile phone, which had been withdrawn as per a Supreme Court order.
Domingos Brazão leaves the federal prison in Porto Velho after decision from the Supreme Court
Domingos Brazão, a former councilor of TCE, has been transferred from a federal prison in Porto Velho to a penitentiary in Rio de Janeiro following a decision by the Supreme Court of Brazil.
Mendonça extends the Master case investigation for 60 days after request from the Federal Police
Minister André Mendonça of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court has extended the investigation into the Master case for an additional 60 days at the request of the Federal Police to allow for further essential investigations.
Federal Police requests extension of the investigation into the Master case
The Federal Police of Brazil has requested an extension from Minister André Mendonça of the Supreme Federal Court to continue investigating the Master case involving Banco Master.
STF determines that police redo physical test for candidate with dwarfism in contest
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court has ruled that the physical fitness test for a candidate with dwarfism, previously excluded from the Civil Police of Minas Gerais selection, must be retaken with necessary adaptations.
What the Federal Police discovered in the scheme that led to the conviction of Josimar Maranhãozinho and Pastor Gil
Brazilian federal deputies Josimar Maranhãozinho and Pastor Gil were unanimously convicted by the Supreme Court for their involvement in a corruption scheme related to the allocation of parliamentary amendments.
By unanimous decision, STF condemns two deputies and a former deputy of the PL for embezzlement of amendments
The Supreme Federal Court (STF) of Brazil has unanimously convicted two current deputies and one former deputy for embezzling public funds designated for health amendments.
Ottawa appeals Emergencies Act use during ‘Freedom Convoy’ to Supreme Court
The Canadian federal government is appealing to the Supreme Court against a ruling that deemed its use of the Emergencies Act during the 'Freedom Convoy' protests unconstitutional.
Moraes orders RJ government to send mega-operation videos to the Federal Police within 5 days after technical access difficulties
Supreme Court Minister Moraes has ordered the Rio de Janeiro government to submit all video footage from the recent 'Operation Containment' to federal authorities following issues with access to the material.
STF resumes trial of deputies accused of irregularities with parliamentary amendments
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court has restarted the trial of federal deputies accused of misconduct related to parliamentary amendments, involving allegations from the Attorney General's Office.
Tax reform affects 65% of STF precedents, points out survey
Approximately 65% of general repercussions in tax decisions made by Brazil's Supreme Federal Court may become inapplicable due to the consumption tax reform.
Fachin defends solid institutions and says that democracy requires 'constant vigilance'
Edson Fachin, president of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, emphasizes the necessity of strong institutions for democracy during a speech at the Inter-American Court of Human Rights.
Marielle Case: Former Delegate Rivaldo Barbosa Returns to Prison in RJ
Former delegate Rivaldo Barbosa has returned to the prison system in Rio de Janeiro after being transferred from a federal penitentiary in Mossoró, RN, following a Supreme Court ruling.
Federal government updates protocol to protect victims of domestic violence abroad
The Brazilian federal government has adopted new measures to enhance the protection of Brazilian victims of domestic violence abroad, aligning with a recent Supreme Court decision regarding international child custody disputes.
'In any serious country, Alexandre de Moraes would be removed from office,' says president of the CPI of the INSS
'In any serious country, Alexandre de Moraes would be removed from office,' claims Senator Carlos Viana in an interview regarding the ongoing investigation into the minister's actions.
Minister Edson Fachin, president of the STF, makes a speech in defense of judicial self-restraint
The president of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court emphasized the importance of judicial self-restraint in his speech to law students.
Mendonça prohibits access to content from Vorcaro's devices in the safe room of the CPMI of the INSS and orders the Federal Police to remove equipment
Minister André Mendonça of the Supreme Federal Court has restricted access to materials related to Daniel Vorcaro stored in the safe room of the CPMI of the INSS.
Defense of former Bolsonaro advisor goes to STF to request his transfer from prison
The defense of Filipe Martins, a former presidential advisor under Jair Bolsonaro, has filed a security mandate with Brazil's Supreme Court seeking his transfer to a more secure prison in the Curitiba metropolitan area.
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The speech by the President of the Supreme Federal Court emphasizes the need for judges to demonstrate impeccable behavior in both public and private life.
Fachin states that judges must have 'irreproachable behavior in public and private life' in speech about ethics in the judiciary
The president of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, Edson Fachin, emphasized the necessity for judges to maintain an irreproachable standard of conduct in both their public and private lives during a speech on judicial ethics.
In 20 years, 126 judges were punished with compulsory retirement, says CNJ
The CNJ reports that 126 judges have faced compulsory retirement as punishment since 2006, coinciding with a recent ruling that abolishes this punishment for criminal offenses by judges.
Impeachment would be an extreme solution for the trust crisis of the STF
The article discusses the ongoing trust crisis within Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) and the internal and external pressures on its members.
Mendonça allows Contag president to attend the CPMI of INSS
Supreme Federal Court Minister André Mendonça has ruled that the president of Contag, Aristides Veras dos Santos, is not obliged to attend a parliamentary inquiry into INSS and may choose to remain silent if he decides to appear.
PF and the press implode the pact of silence
The longstanding silence pact between high authorities and Brazil's political elite regarding corruption is being shattered by the Federal Police and professional journalism.
After Mendonça's decision, Federal Justice wants to make monitoring of conversations in federal prisons mandatory
The Federal Justice is seeking to mandate electronic monitoring of conversations between inmates and their lawyers in federal prisons following a controversial Supreme Court ruling.
Blogger Targeted by STF Called to Testify to Federal Police and Decides to Remain Silent
Luís Pablo Conceição Almeida, a blogger investigated by the Brazilian Supreme Court for alleged harassment of Minister Flávio Dino, chose to remain silent during his testimony to the Federal Police.
Master Case: Court ruling that could free Vorcaro from prison does not apply immediately
The Supreme Federal Court's deliberation on Daniel Vorcaro's case does not result in immediate application of a potential ruling that could release him from prison.
Conspiracy: The First Panel of the STF judges appeals against the conviction of a group that spread fake news
The First Panel of the Supreme Federal Court in Brazil is reviewing appeals from individuals convicted of participating in a 2022 coup attempt that involved spreading disinformation.
Mendonça and Fux vote to keep Vorcaro, from Master, in jail
Ministers André Mendonça and Luiz Fux voted to maintain the preventive detention of Daniel Vorcaro from Banco Master during a virtual session of Brazil's Supreme Court.
The Court upheld the five-year prison sentence of a former federal prosecutor from Córdoba for taking bribes in exchange for resolutions
The Argentine Supreme Court has upheld a five-year prison sentence for former federal prosecutor Luis María Viaut for corruption, rejecting an appeal that claimed unfairness in the sentencing process.