Brazilian President Michel Temer announced on Friday that national Armed Forces would intervene in Rio de Janeiro, in response to a request from state governor Luiz Fernando Pezão. The intention is to strengthen and better integrate public security in the city. The President signed a federal decree, saying in a short statement to press in Brasília, “The government will respond harshly and will take all steps to confront and defeat organized crime.”
For the decree to be permanently established for its intended length, until December 31 this year, it must also be voted upon by House and Senate separately. This is due to happen on Monday, February 19, at 7 pm. After Congress votes, Armed Forces which arrived in Rio on Friday will preside over Civil and Military Police in Rio.
Is it an electoral stunt?
The intervention could very well be the focal point of Temer’s reelection bid. In a country that...
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