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Brazil’s “Lula” gets 9.5 years in prison but is still a favorite to be president

Millions of Brazilians Hate All Politicians, but They Love This Anti-Corruption Judge

Massive anti-government marches typically carry effigies of President Rousseff and boo opportunistic opposition leaders, who are often accused of more serious crimes. But angry protesters have a soft spot for one man — Judge Sergio Moro.

Millions Take to Brazil's Streets to Demand an End to Dilma Rousseff's Presidency

Officials estimated that more than 3.5 million people joined anti-government protests in cities across Brazil on Sunday. Calls for the president's impeachment were mixed with anger at corruption, and the country's shrinking economy.

Police Question Brazil's Ex-President Lula for Four Hours in Petrobras Scandal Probe

The dramatic events directly tie Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to the Operation Car Wash investigation into a massive bribes and money laundering scandal involving the state-run oil company that has already led to the arrest of Brazilian politicians.