Former Brazilian President Bolsonaro Claims Medication-Induced Paranoia Led to Ankle Monitor Violation

Nov 24, 2025 02:44 am CST

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was taken into police custody after allegedly tampering with his electronic ankle monitor, which he claims was due to medication-induced paranoia. The detention came after Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes expressed concerns about a planned supporters' gathering that could undermine monitoring of Bolsonaro's house arrest.