Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has sharply criticized Senator Flávio Bolsonaro for seeking a postponement of proposed US tariffs on Brazilian goods until after the country's October presidential election.
Lula framed the senator's appeal to the Trump administration as an attempt to interfere in the domestic political process, arguing that trade policy should not be leveraged for electoral advantage.
The U.S. Trade Representative previously announced a proposal to impose 25% tariffs on Brazilian imports, citing unfair trade practices that allegedly burden American businesses.
The dispute centers on a formal request made by Senator Bolsonaro, who has asked Washington to delay the implementation of new duties.
The U.S. Trade Representative previously announced a proposal to impose 25% tariffs on Brazilian imports, citing unfair trade practices that allegedly burden American businesses.
The decision was directed by President Donald Trump as part of a broader review of bilateral trade imbalances.
Lula's intervention highlights the growing intersection of trade policy and domestic politics in Brazil.