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Brazil Grants Asylum to Convicted Peruvian Ex-First Lady Nadine Heredia With 15-Year Sentence, Senate Investigates Use of Air Force Plane

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Updated Apr 23, 2025, 12:37 AM

The Brazilian government, under President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has granted political asylum to Nadine Heredia, the former first lady of Peru, who was convicted of corruption and sentenced to 15 years in prison. Heredia and her 15-year-old son are now residing in Brazil with financial support from the Brazilian government. The decision has sparked controversy and criticism from various political figures and opposition members, who accuse the Lula administration of defending corruption and undermining Brazil's international reputation. The Brazilian government denies any connection between the asylum and the Lava Jato anti-corruption operation.

The use of a Brazilian Air Force plane to transport Heredia to Brazil has also raised questions, prompting calls for an audit by the Federal Court of Accounts (TCU). The Brazilian Senate has approved requests for the Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira and the Justice Minister to provide explanations regarding the asylum. Several Senate committees, including the Foreign Relations and Public Security committees, are actively investigating the case. Critics highlight Heredia's ties to corruption scandals involving Odebrecht and the Lava Jato investigation. The case continues to generate political debate and legal scrutiny in Brazil.

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In a speech, @esperidiaoamin_ asks for explanations about welcoming the former First Lady of Peru https://t.co/zScSfsRdi4 https://t.co/36IECGSWHZ

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Senator @SF_Moro criticizes asylum against the former First Lady of Peru and demands explanations from the Foreign Ministry https://t.co/hMz9l5NvED https://t.co/XNGeE0fvaL