Supreme Court Chief Justice Asserts Authority Over Companies in Brazil
Supreme Court Chief Justice Stresses Constitutional Compliance for Companies
In a recent statement, Brazil’s Supreme Court Chief Justice emphasized that every company operating within the country is bound by the constitution. This declaration came after a court judge initiated an inquiry into Elon Musk, the owner of social media platform X.
Chief Justice Addresses Musk’s Challenge to Court Decision
Chief Justice Luis Roberto Barroso clarified that while court decisions can be appealed, deliberate non-compliance is not acceptable. This statement followed Musk’s objections to a court ruling mandating X, previously known as Twitter, to restrict certain accounts.
Supreme Court’s Oversight Extends to All Companies in Brazil
Barroso underscored that all companies in Brazil must adhere to the Federal Constitution, national laws, and decisions of Brazilian authorities. The Chief Justice did not specifically name X or any other company in his remarks.
Investigation Initiated Against Musk by Supreme Court Justice
Following Musk’s criticism of Justice Alexandre de Moraes, an inquiry was launched into the billionaire by the Supreme Court. Musk accused Moraes of betraying the constitution and the people of Brazil in a recent X post.
Supreme Court’s Commitment to Safeguarding Institutions
In response to recent events, Barroso reiterated the Supreme Court’s dedication to protecting Brazil’s institutions. This assurance comes amidst ongoing investigations into digital militias and alleged coup attempts in the country.
Government’s Strong Response to Musk’s Actions
Brazil’s Institutional Relations Minister Alexandre Padilha condemned the attack on Justice Moraes as unacceptable. Padilha emphasized that the incident not only targets an individual justice but also undermines the Brazilian Supreme Court and the nation’s sovereignty.
