Brazil's prosecutors asks Supreme Court to investigate Bolsonaro's role in Brasilia riots

Aftermath of Brazil's anti-democratic riots in Brasilia
Brazil's flag is reflected on a broken window, after the supporters of Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro participated in an anti-democratic riot at Planalto Palace, in Brasilia, Brazil, January 9, 2023. REUTERS/Ueslei Marcelino/ File Photo Purchase Licensing Rights, opens new tab
Jan 13 (Reuters) - Brazilian federal prosecutors on Friday asked the Supreme Court to investigate the role of former President Jair Bolsonaro in the anti-democratic acts that resulted in the storming of government buildings by his supporters in Brasilia last Sunday.

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Reporting by Ricardo Brito Editing by Chris Reese

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