Brazil Denies Visas to 2 US Envoys as Election Interference Fears Deepen Rift
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Updated · Financial Times · Jul 25
Brazil Denies Visas to 2 US Envoys as Election Interference Fears Deepen Rift
3 articles · Updated · Financial Times · Jul 25
Summary
Brazil blocked visas for Riley M Barnes and Samuel Samson, saying the two Trump-appointed US envoys were expected to spread misinformation about the October election and its electronic voting system.
A Brazilian official said authorities believed the trip was being coordinated with Flávio and Eduardo Bolsonaro, after both brothers renewed attacks on digital ballot boxes that Brazil’s top electoral court said were false.
The move lands as Flávio Bolsonaro launched his presidential bid with Argentine President Javier Milei’s endorsement, though a Datafolha poll showed Lula leading 48% to 43% in a runoff-style matchup.
The visa refusal adds to a broader Brasília-Washington clash after Trump’s earlier 50% tariff push failed and a new 25% US duty on Brazilian exports took effect this week.