Feb 20 • 18:08 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil Folha (PT)

Ten judges and a secret

Brazil's Supreme Court judges are now focused on keeping secret the exact relations of two of them with Banco Master, amid ongoing investigations into political conspiracies.

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) has shifted its focus from sentencing conspirators involved in a coup attempt to safeguarding a significant secret regarding the connections of two of its judges, Dias Toffoli and Alexandre de Moraes, to Banco Master. This change is occurring as the court becomes embroiled in controversies and allegations of conflicts of interest that threaten its integrity.

In what can be described as a tumultuous theater, this narrative unfolds over two acts, starting with a clandestine meeting initiated by Judge Edson Fachin. The gathering, reportedly aimed at concealing sensitive information, was marred by allegations of illegal proceedings. The Federal Police had previously raised concerns about potential conflicts involving Toffoli, which ideally should have been addressed in a transparent manner rather than through secretive collusion.

The events have raised questions about judicial ethics and the broader implications of unchecked power within the judiciary. As the investigations into 'fake news' have paired with these serious allegations, the atmosphere surrounding the STF grows more tense, suggesting a crisis that could impact public confidence in the Brazilian justice system.

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