Election Interference Probe: Key Witness Confirms Orders, Denies Political Motive

Brazilian Supreme Court hears testimony in election interference investigation. Former Federal Highway Police operations director Djairlon Henrique Moura confirmed receiving orders from the Ministry of Justice to conduct vehicle checks on buses traveling to the Northeast during the 2022 elections. While Moura confirmed the orders, he denied that the operation was politically motivated, stating that the goal was to prevent illegal transportation of voters and money. The testimony is part of a larger investigation into an alleged coup attempt linked to the Bolsonaro administration. The hearing also included testimony from other witnesses, and further testimonies are expected in the coming days. 'It was requested that we conduct an operation before the election on buses leaving São Paulo and the Midwest, headed to the Northeast, carrying voters and financial resources already under investigation by the PF,' Moura stated. This ongoing investigation highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in election processes.