Brazil progresses on pivotal public safety legislation with the 'Antifacção' bill hearing and delayed PEC 18/25 report, navigating complex reforms.
Amidst political polarization, Brazil's judiciary faces criticism over prison reform policies while advocating for constitutional enforcement and inter-institutional dialogue.
Deputy Guilherme Derrite struggles to secure support for a revised project targeting criminal factions amid political challenges in São Paulo.
Mercosur nations launch a commission to fight transnational organized crime through data integration, regional cooperation, and a focused strategy addressing human trafficking and cybercrime.
Brazil advances a river piracy bill and discusses broader organized crime legislation with focus on policing and federal police funding.
The rapporteur of Brazil's bill on combating criminal factions vows to uphold the Federal Police's powers amid political tensions stalling the voting process.
Amendments to Brazil's Anti-Faction bill by Deputy Guilherme Derrite have raised alarm among the Federal Police and government officials, who warn that the changes could weaken law enforcement powers against organized crime ahead of a key vote.
Supreme Court minister Gilmar Mendes stresses balanced security policies to prevent police abuses in Rio's favelas, while a separate inquiry involving Bolsonaro family members raises political tensions.
Two major public security initiatives are launched by Lula's government to address Brazil's crime challenges amid public skepticism and legislative hurdles.
Brazil enacts Law 14.811/2024 to criminalize bullying as experts discuss its damaging psychosocial effects on students.
Jundiaí achieves major crime reductions with enhanced municipal guard efforts, while Rio plans territorial re-occupation to reclaim crime-controlled communities.
TRE-RJ initiates measures to secure 2026 elections from organized crime influence.
President Lula addresses organized crime infiltrating Brazilian institutions, including football and politics.