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Bolsonaro Arrested in Brasília Before Supporters’ Vigil

  A supporter of Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro holds a Brazilian flag, outside the Brazilian Federal Police Regional Headquarters, where Bolsonaro was taken after being placed in police custody as a preventative measure. Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro was taken into federal police custody on Saturday, just days before he was set to begin serving a 27-year prison sentence for plotting a coup attempt following his 2022 election defeat. The arrest occurred in Brasília, where supporters had planned a vigil outside his residence. Bolsonaro had been under house arrest since August, confined to his home while appealing a Supreme Court conviction. Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who oversees the case, ordered the detention citing concerns that a gathering of supporters could obstruct police monitoring. Authorities also noted evidence of tampering with Bolsonaro’s electronic ankle bracelet, raising suspicions of a possible escape attempt. The former president’s lawyer,...
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Fundraising Halt: Biden's July Donations Take a Dive

 

In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden's fundraising efforts have hit a significant roadblock. Several key fundraisers for Biden's reelection campaign have been put on hold as July donations have seen a sharp decline. 

This sudden drop in financial support has raised concerns among Democratic sources involved in the events. The Biden Victory Fund has also issued a memo instructing a pause in donor calls, signaling a potential shift in campaign strategy. 

Despite these challenges, House Democrats have managed to secure a substantial fundraising haul, indicating a complex financial landscape for the party. The Biden campaign's difficulties come at a critical juncture, with the reelection team bracing for a seismic fundraising hit following a recent debate that has taken a toll on operations. 

The situation has led to a growing apprehension within the party, with some advisers and operatives expressing fears that Biden's fundraising is 'cratering' amid a slowdown in both large and small donor contributions. As the campaign navigates this financial turbulence, the implications for Biden's reelection prospects remain uncertain.

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