Bolsonaro Supporters Rally Against Blocking of Elon Musk's X Platform

Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro rallied in Sao Paulo for Independence Day, protesting the government's ban on Elon Musk's X platform. The rally demonstrates Bolsonaro's ongoing influence and the deep political polarization in Brazil. Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered the ban, prompting accusations of political persecution.

Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro gathered in Sao Paulo's main boulevard on Saturday for an Independence Day rally. The event was spurred by the government's prohibition of Elon Musk's X platform, which attendees argue is a sign of political persecution.

Thousands of demonstrators donned Brazil's national colors and filled Av. Paulista. They carried banners, some of which praised Musk for defending free speech. The rally tested Bolsonaro's mobilizing strength ahead of municipal elections in October, despite his ban from office until 2030.

The ban on X has sparked concern even among Bolsonaro's opponents, highlighting Brazil's intense political divides. Bolsonaro had urged Brazilians to avoid official Independence Day parades and join his rally in Sao Paulo instead.