Troubled ahead for Brazil-US relations?

About this episode

The episode discusses the potential impact of the United States on Brazil's upcoming 2026 elections and the escalating tensions between the two countries.

What role will the United States play in Brazil's high-stakes 2026 elections? Join editor-in-chief Gustavo Ribeiro and historian James N. Green of the Brazil Office Alliance as they unpack the escalating tensions and potential for US interference in Brazil's upcoming presidential race Send us your feedback Support the show

People in this episode

Host: Gustavo Ribeiro

Guest: James N. Green

Topics covered

• Brazil-US relations
• 2026 elections
• US interference
• political tensions
• historical context

Keywords

• Brazil
• US relations
• 2026 elections
• political interference
• Gustavo Ribeiro
• James N. Green

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Brazil Office Alliance

Places: Brazil, United States

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