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June 27, 2017

Brazilian Prosecutors Charge President Michel Temer with Corruption
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In Brazil, federal prosecutors have charged President Michel Temer with
corruption, accusing the president of taking millions of dollars in
bribes. Prosecutor Rodrigo Janot said Temer has "fooled Brazilian
citizens." Temer is facing escalating nationwide protests demanding his
ouster over the alleged corruption. In late May, Temer briefly deployed