Sergio Moro

Brazil's Lula undergoes new grilling by anti-corruption judge

Brazil's once hugely popular president questioned about alleged bribe taking from the Odebrecht construction giant. Lula, a frontrunner in the October 2018 presidential election says the corruption charges are concocted to prevent his return.

Brazil judge freezes ex-president Lula's assets in corruption case

Judge Sergio Moro said the asset freeze was in response to the charge that Lula accepted a bribe of a luxury beachside apartment and $1.1 million in cash from one of Brazil's biggest construction companies, Odebrecht SA.

Q & A: Brazil's Lula da Silva condemns "coup" and calls for election

In an interview with TRT World, the former president of Brazil defends Dilma Rousseff, his protege, who was impeached in August. He also questions the elevation of Michel Temer to the presidency – and hints that he may run for another term.

Brazil's ex-president Lula to stand trial for corruption

The powerful politician is accused of receiving $1 million in graft but Lula says he is innocent.

Brazilian prosecutor says more Olympic projects under investigation

Brazilian prosecutor says more Rio Olympic projects under investigation in corruption probe

Brazilian Supreme Court takes over inquiry into ex-president

Brazil's Supreme Court rules against returning corruption investigation involving President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to judge he accuses of bias

Brazilians march in support of embattled President Rousseff

Tens of thousands of Brazilians march against President Dilma Rousseff's impeachment, saying they oppose 'coup'