🇧🇷 Bolsonaro Leaves House Arrest for Medical Tests

Brazil’s ex-president Jair Bolsonaro was allowed to leave house arrest briefly to visit Hospital DF Star for health checkups. He spent 5 hours there doing tests like endoscopy, ultrasound, and heart scans.

Doctors found he has esophagitis, gastritis, and signs of recent lung infections. He’ll be treated at home with medicine. His surgeon said staying confined is affecting his health.

Bolsonaro wore an ankle monitor and was escorted by prison officers. He must show proof of his hospital visit within 48 hours.

His house arrest began after he broke a ban on using social media. He also faces a separate trial in September for allegedly trying to overturn the 2022 election. If found guilty, he could face up to 40 years in prison.

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