Eduardo Bolsonaro, the former Brazilian federal deputy, stated on Thursday that he does not fear potential actions from Democratic lawmakers against him or his brother, Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, in the United States. His comments follow the Democratic Party’s victory in the midterm elections, which shifted the balance of power in the U.S. Congress and is expected to lead to increased scrutiny of the Donald Trump administration.
Speaking in an interview with American right-wing influencer Joey Mannarino at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Mar-a-Lago, Florida, Eduardo Bolsonaro addressed concerns regarding his family’s residency, according to O Hoje. He argued that the U.S. Congress lacks the legal authority to revoke visas or citizenship.
They will try [measures against us], but it is not up to the Congress here in the United States to revoke visas or citizenships. So, I am not very afraid of that.
Eduardo said. He further asserted that his legal status, as well as that of Flávio and their family, is “100% legal.”
Democrats Gain Power to Investigate Trump and Bolsonaro Ties
The shift in Congressional composition, which will take effect in January 2027, grants Democrats greater freedom to investigate the relationship between the Trump administration and the Bolsonaro family. The Democrats secured at least 18 additional seats in the House of Representatives and seven in the Senate, reversing the Republican majority in both chambers.
Democratic Representative Pramila Jayapal is among 25 members of Congress who signed a letter sent to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The letter contains 15 questions seeking clarification regarding Flávio Bolsonaro’s departure from Brazil and his entry into U.S. territory. Rubio and the Department of State have until November 13 to provide a formal written response and make officials available for further clarification.
While the new Congressional majority may expand investigations into migration policies and diplomatic relations, officials note that lawmakers do not have the direct power to order deportations. Such matters are handled by the Executive Branch through agencies like the Department of Homeland Security.
Legal Status of the Bolsonaro Brothers
The two brothers face significant legal challenges in Brazil. Eduardo Bolsonaro has been living in the United States since February 2025. In June 2026, the Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) sentenced him to four years and two months in prison for the crime of coercion during legal proceedings. The prosecution alleged he coordinated efforts to pressure U.S. authorities to impose sanctions on Brazilian officials.
Flávio Bolsonaro arrived in the United States on October 28, traveling via Argentina shortly after the second round of the Brazilian presidential elections, in which he was defeated by Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. His departure occurred despite a determination by STF Minister Alexandre de Moraes that he must surrender his passports and was prohibited from leaving the country.
Flávio is currently under investigation in two separate inquiries at the STF. One involves allegations of money laundering related to his relationship with attorney Willer Tomaz. Another investigation focuses on potential irregularities in the financing of the film Dark Horse, a biopic about former President Jair Bolsonaro. This inquiry follows reports of potential financial contributions of up to R$ 134 million for the production.
Comparing his situation to that of political refugees, Eduardo Bolsonaro stated that returning to Brazil would be akin to being sent back to a “dictatorship.”
It is not fair to send this type of person back to a dictatorship. I am talking about Tehran. I could talk about Venezuela, just as we are talking now about Brazil.
he added.