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Trump admin revokes visa of Brazilian ambassador to US

The Trump administration revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador to the U.S., Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, citing reciprocal action due to Brazil's delay in approving the U.S. ambassador nominee and other diplomatic disputes. The Brazilian government repudiated the decision, calling it an escalation of hostile measures driven by ideological motives.
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Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 02:30 PM EDT
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