Brazilian Police Suspect Investigated Banker's Money Funded Bolsonaro Son's Expenses in the U.S.
Key takeaways
- The money was allegedly transferred through Entre Investimentos e Participações to a Texas-based fund linked to the film "Dark Horse," about the life of former president Jair Bolsonaro.
- On Wednesday (13), The Intercept Brasil reported that senator Flávio Bolsonaro asked Vorcaro for money for the film.
- Daniel Vorcaro is under investigation for a large-scale financial fraud scheme in Brazil and has been in prison since March.
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The money was allegedly transferred through Entre Investimentos e Participações to a Texas-based fund linked to the film "Dark Horse," about the life of former president Jair Bolsonaro. Federal Police investigators are examining whether part of the money paid for Eduardo’s stay in the country. The investigative line was first reported by Amado Mundo and confirmed by Folha. Eduardo did not respond to requests for comment.
On Wednesday (13), The Intercept Brasil reported that senator Flávio Bolsonaro asked Vorcaro for money for the film. The former banker allegedly transferred R$61 million to the production. Flávio confirmed the request but denied receiving or offering favors, saying it was private sponsorship.
Daniel Vorcaro is under investigation for a large-scale financial fraud scheme in Brazil and has been in prison since March.