Hundreds of supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonarostormed public government buildings on Sunday, calling for the military to take over Brazil's government.
Graffiti reading"New Constitution" can be seen next to smashed windows at the National Congress in Brasilia, Brazil, on Monday.The decision read like a symbol of his disdain for the peaceful transition of power, but the move and its timing could also help insulate Bolsonaro from legal jeopardy..
A sitting Brazilian president can't be arrested unless convicted by the Supreme Court, according to the country's constitution.According to Reuters Following this weekend's violence, he could also see fresh investigations, which his successor threatened Monday in a letter co-signed by Senate and Supreme Court leaders.
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