Brazilian Deputy Reports Attempted Homicide During Illegal Mining Inspection

Federal Deputy Duda Salabert (Psol-MG) claims she and an aide were assaulted by two men while filming suspected illegal mineral extraction near Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, early this morning. The incident, reported on social media, is under investigation; a press conference is scheduled. This marks a violent escalation against a lawmaker conducting an environmental inspection, raising concerns about organized crime in mining areas.