Former President Jair Bolsonaro (PL) was granted permission by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes to leave house arrest on Saturday, August 16, to undergo medical exams at a private hospital in Brasília. The decision, announced on Tuesday, August 11, allowed Bolsonaro to temporarily leave his residence for health reasons. The authorization was given by Justice Moraes after a request from Bolsonaro’s defense team, ensuring that all necessary medical procedures can be conducted without hindrance. Bolsonaro’s health has been a matter of concern lately, prompting the need for these examinations. The permission was specific to the medical consultations scheduled for that day.