The court is currently examining a case in which the Democratic Labor Party (PDT) accuses Bolsonaro of abusing political power and misusing the media.
The Electoral Attorney General argued that former president Jair Bolsonaro had provided the ambassadors with untrue information about the voting system.
Justice Gonçalves understood that there is enough evidence to authorize the opening of the process. One of the punishments may be the decree of Bolsonaro’s ineligibility.
About 400 guests were present, among them congressmen, ministers of higher courts, and representatives of foreign governments. Vice-president-elect, Geraldo Alckmin, also received the document.
The Superior Court grants the diploma to the President-elect and Vice President-elect. Federal representatives, senators, and governors are certified by regional courts.
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