MAGA global shakedown: Facing tariffs, sanctions, Lula now stands ‘good chance of getting reelected’

Brazil vowed Thursday to fight new U.S. tariffs after President Trump imposed a 40% hike on Brazilian imports, citing what he called a “witch hunt” against ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, currently on trial for coup plotting. The move brings total trade duties to 50%. If last-minute talks fail, Brazil plans to appeal. For expert insight, FRANCE 24’s Mark Owen speaks with Dr. Christopher Sabatini, Senior Fellow at Chatham House and advisor to Harvard LASPAU, Human Rights Watch, and the Inter-American Foundation.