A New Trump Envoy Stirs Fears of U.S. Meddling In Brazil’s Elections

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by Ana Ionova
March 13, 2026
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Trump's Brazil policy adviser plans to visit jailed former Brazilian president Bolsonaro.

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Darren Beattie, the U.S. policy adviser on Brazil, planned to visit imprisoned former President Jair Bolsonaro and meet with his son, who is seeking the presidency. The planned meetings have raised concerns about potential U.S. interference in Brazil's electoral process. Beattie's role as a Trump envoy conducting these high-profile political meetings signals possible American involvement in Brazil's domestic politics ahead of future elections.

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U.S. policy adviser Darren Beattie is planning visits with Bolsonaro and his presidential candidate son.

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