Brazil's Senate blocks Lula's Supreme Court nominee, first rejection in 132 years
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Source: The Manila Times
Published: 2026-04-30 13:49 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Crime & Justice, Justice, Latin America, Law & Courts, World News, US Politics, Crime & Justice
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SAO PAULO — Brazil's Senate dealt a political blow to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Wednesday by rejecting his nomination to the Supreme Court, the first in more than 130 years and a sign that the veteran leader is not popular among many important lawmakers as he seeks reelection.
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