Brazil's Supreme Court sends a clear message...
Musk's remarks on X accusing Justice Alexandre de Moraes of betraying the constitution and the people of brazil prompted Moraes to initiate an inquiry into Musk's conduct. Musk accused Moraes of imposing massive fines, threatening to arrest employees, and cutting off access to X in brazil, potentially leading to revenue loss and office closure.
Justice Moraes is currently investigating allegations of "digital militias" involved in spreading false information and hate speech during the administration of former President Jair Bolsonaro. He is also overseeing an inquiry into an alleged coup attempt involving Bolsonaro.
In response to Musk's statements, Chief Justice Barroso reaffirmed the supreme Court's commitment to safeguarding Brazil's institutions. Brazil's Institutional Relations Minister, Alexandre Padilha, condemned the attack on Justice Moraes, stating that it is not only an assault on an individual but also on the integrity of the Brazilian supreme court and the nation's sovereignty advocates.