Flávio Bolsonaro is received by Donald Trump at the White House in a private meeting

Senator Flávio Bolsonaro (PL-RJ) was received this Tuesday by the President of the United States, Donald Trump, at the White House. The meeting, described as private and cordial, lasted about 45 minutes and addressed topics such as Brazil-US relations, security and the fight against organized crime. The meeting reinforces the strengthening of ties between the Brazilian conservative movement and the Trump administration.

May 27, 2026 - 03:21
Flávio Bolsonaro is received by Donald Trump at the White House in a private meeting
K13 News
  • Senator Flávio Bolsonaro (PL-RJ) was received today by President Donald Trump at the White House, in a private meeting that lasted approximately 45 minutes. The meeting marks another chapter in the strengthening of relations between the Brazilian conservative movement and the American administration. According to sources close to the Brazilian delegation, the conversation addressed topics such as cooperation in public security, combating transnational organized crime, defending democracy, and economic opportunities between Brazil and the United States.

  • Flávio Bolsonaro reportedly conveyed a direct message from former President Jair Bolsonaro, reinforcing the strategic partnership between the two countries. After the meeting, Flávio Bolsonaro posted a photo alongside Trump and wrote: “Gratitude to President @realDonaldTrump for the warm welcome. Brazil and the USA united in the defense of freedom, family and prosperity.” Trump, in turn, reciprocated with a short post: “Great meeting with Flávio Bolsonaro. Strong leader!” The meeting occurs at a time of high political tension in Brazil, especially after the recent allegations involving the Lula government and the Banco Master scandal.

  • Analysts see Trump's gesture as a clear sign of support for the Bolsonaro opposition and a message to the Workers' Party administration. Diplomatic sources in Washington confirm that the Trump administration intends to intensify contacts with Brazilian conservative leaders in the coming months, with a possible agenda of visits from other parliamentarians and governors aligned with former President Jair Bolsonaro. The reception of Flávio Bolsonaro at the White House is considered a significant diplomatic achievement, as it involves an opposition senator being received by the incumbent American president, something unusual in bilateral relations.

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