Carrie Kahn
Stories
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Bolivian voters signal they want a sharp retreat from nearly two decades of socialism
After two decades of left wing dominance, Bolivia swings to the right as their presidential election heads for a runoff vote.
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This weekend could mark an end for the leftist party in Bolivia
Polls point to a defeat for the leftist party that has ruled Bolivia for the past two decades. Voters overwhelmingly say they want a change as the nation suffers from high inflation and shortages.
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Brazil's former President Bolsonaro is placed under house arrest
Jair Bolsonaro is under house arrest for violating pre-trial restrictions ahead of Trump's imposition of tariffs to pressure Brazil for what the U.S. president says is political persecution of his ally.
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Some of Brazil's big industries got a pass from Trump's tariffs; others are plenty anxious
Brazilian industries given a reprieve from Trump's tariffs are sighing relief while others are still hoping a deal can be worked out.
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Brazilian producers brace for Trump's 50% tariffs
The threat of 50% tariffs on all goods coming from Brazil has growers and producers in the South American country on edge.
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Brazil's Supreme Court puts ankle monitor on Bolsonaro ahead of coup trial
Brazil's former far right president - deemed a flight risk - gets monitoring and tough new surveillance as President Trump voices stronger support for him.
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Trump's tariff threat to Brazil stands out for import tax amount and personal tone
Of the more than two dozen tariff threat letters President Trump has recently sent, the one to Brazil stood out, not only for proposing the highest import tax, but also for its personal tone.
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Trump and Brazilian leader exchange barbs as relations strain between the 2 countries
President Trump and President Luis Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil have been trading undiplomatic barbs after Trump's tariff threat this week.
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Brazil's president fires back at Trump's 50% tariff threat
Brazil's President Lula is firing back at Trump's 50% tariff threat — saying Brazil is ready to match any U.S. import taxes, dollar for dollar.
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BRICS summit ends with Trump tariff threat
Leaders of BRICS meeting in Brazil for their annual summit had hoped to downplay their anti-US reputation. But even a toned down group proclamation drew the ire of President Trump, threatening even higher tariffs on BRICS aligned countries.