Arr! Brazil's erstwhile intelligence scallywag be under scrutiny fer allegedly spying on mateys, says an official.
2024-01-25
Arrr! The scallywag who used to be in charge of Brazil's spyin' be gettin' himself in a heap o' trouble. Word be that he be caught spyin' on his rivals, and yet, the scurvy dog still be thinkin' he can be mayor of Rio de Janeiro! Walk the plank, I say!
Brazil's federal police are investigating the former head of the nation's intelligence agency, Alexandre Ramagem, as part of a probe into alleged spying on political opponents under former President Jair Bolsonaro. Ramagem was among those targeted by search warrants carried out by police. The investigation is focused on an "organized crime" group within the intelligence service, which used state intelligence agency tools and services for illicit actions. These actions were aimed at producing information for political and media use, obtaining personal benefits, and interfering with police investigations.Ramagem, who was appointed to lead ABIN by Bolsonaro in May 2019, had previously been appointed as federal police chief but faced criticism due to his close association with the president's family. Members of Brazil's intelligence agency are suspected of using spy technology to track cellphones without judicial authorization. In October, two people were arrested and 25 search warrants were carried out in relation to this matter.
Currently, Ramagem is a federal lawmaker and a pre-candidate for mayor in Rio de Janeiro, with elections scheduled for October. It has been reported that Carlos Bolsonaro, the president's son, will coordinate Ramagem's social media during his campaign.
This investigation raises concerns about the abuse of power and the manipulation of intelligence agencies for personal and political gain. It highlights the need for transparency and accountability in the operation of such agencies, to ensure they serve the interests of the nation and its citizens rather than being used as tools for advancing personal agendas. The outcome of this probe will have significant implications for the future of Brazil's intelligence community and its role in the country's political landscape.