Moraes calls Mendonça's report a 'farce' motivated by 'revenge' ahead of STF session
Brazilian Supreme Federal Court minister Alexandre de Moraes publicly attacked a report by fellow minister Mendonça, calling it a 'farce' driven by 'revenge', hours before a session that will decide whether Moraes will be investigated in the 'Master case'. The public rift between two STF ministers signals deepening institutional conflict within Brazil's highest court, with potential implications for judicial independence and political stability.
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Brazil STF Plenary to Decide Investigation of Justice Moraes Amid Internal Crisis
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) plenary is set to decide on an unprecedented investigation into Justice Alexandre de Moraes, stemming from the 'Master case' and allegations of favoritism towards former banker Daniel Vorcaro. This development has triggered a severe institutional crisis within the STF, marked by public conflict between Moraes and Justice André Mendonça, whose report initiated the probe. The outcome remains uncertain, with potential implications for judicial independence and political stability.