Trump wants control of the entire western hemisphere. Brazil might become his biggest prize | Steve Bloomfield
Donald Trump's administration has aggressively pursued a strategy to restore American preeminence in the Western Hemisphere by intervening in the political affairs of Latin American nations. This approach includes financial support for right-wing allies, threats of sanctions, and direct interference in judicial processes, most recently targeting Brazil's upcoming presidential election. While these tactics have secured victories for right-wing candidates in several countries, Brazil remains a critical test case where incumbent President Lula da Silva is competing against Flávio Bolsonaro amid significant US pressure.
- ▪Trump's administration has intervened in Latin American politics by bailing out Argentina, sanctioning Colombia's president, and invading Venezuela to remove its leader.
- ▪Seven right-wing or far-right candidates have won presidential elections in Latin America over the past 18 months, often with explicit support from the US president.
- ▪Trump threatened to impose a 50% tariff on Brazil in 2025 to influence the judicial trial of former President Jair Bolsonaro, who was subsequently sentenced to 27 years in prison.
- ▪Recent US actions include imposing new tariffs on Brazilian goods and attempting to send officials to investigate electoral integrity, which Brazil rejected as meddling.
- ▪The upcoming Brazilian election is viewed as a major prize for the US, with Flávio Bolsonaro currently neck and neck with incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
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A supporter of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on a campaign walk through Rio de Janeiro, 2 October 2026. Photograph: Mauro Pimentel/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenA supporter of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on a campaign walk through Rio de Janeiro, 2 October 2026. Photograph: Mauro Pimentel/AFP/Getty ImagesOpinionBrazilTrump wants control of the entire western hemisphere. Brazil might become his biggest prizeSteve BloomfieldWhile the US president’s meddling could win Brazil’s election for the right, curbing gang violence is what voters care aboutSun 4 Oct 2026 07.00 EDTLast modified on Sun 4 Oct 2026 07.02 EDTShareDonald Trump has enjoyed very few foreign policy victories since returning to power.
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