Jair Messias Bolsonaro is a Brazilian politician and former military officer who served as the 38th president of Brazil from 2019 to 2023. Prior to his presidency, he was a member of the country's Chamber of Deputies for nearly three decades.
He is a notable and polarizing figure in modern Brazilian politics, known for his conservative social policies and nationalist stance. His presidency was marked by significant political division, particularly regarding environmental policy in the Amazon and the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bolsonaro has recently been in international news due to his arrest. According to multiple media reports, the former president was taken into custody by federal police at his home in late November 2025. The arrest followed a court order that reportedly came after concerns about a potential escape attempt and fears of public disorder.
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