Accusations Against Jair Bolsonaro for Falsifying Covid-19 Vaccination Data

SOURCE www.theguardian.com
Brazil's federal police have accused former president Jair Bolsonaro of criminal association and falsifying his Covid-19 vaccination data, along with 16 others, to make it appear as though he and his daughter had received the vaccine. Bolsonaro could face up to 12 years in jail if convicted.

Key Points

  • Accusations of falsifying Covid-19 vaccination data against Jair Bolsonaro and 16 others
  • Bolsonaro could face up to 12 years in jail if convicted
  • Allegations of tampering with health ministry's database before traveling to the US

Pros

  • Justice being pursued against potential vaccine misinformation and falsification

Cons

  • Potential disruption of public health data
  • Legal and political turmoil in Brazil