Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro trade blame over STF crisis; PT returns Banco Master to rival

Brazilian President Lula attempts to decouple defense of the Supreme Court from support for Justice Alexandre de Moraes, while Senator Flávio Bolsonaro seeks to associate Lula with the STF. The PT's return of Banco Master to the political adversary signals tactical maneuvering ahead of the 2026 elections. The crisis reflects deepening political polarization over judicial authority.