Brazil Ex-President Bolsonaro Hospitalised After Falling Ill in Jail

Brazil's imprisoned former president Jair Bolsonaro was transferred to a hospital in São Paulo early Friday morning after he reported waking up with chills and vomiting, according to an announcement posted by his son, Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, on X.

The 70-year-old ex-leader, who remains in custody, left the detention facility under heavy security escort.

Authorities and medical personnel have not released any official statement regarding his current condition or the specific medical findings so far.

Family members have voiced concern over the incident but have not shared additional details publicly.

• Jair Bolsonaro hospitalized after reporting chills and vomiting
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• Health concerns arise as jailed Bolsonaro receives treatment

Bolsonaro has dealt with ongoing health complications ever since he survived a severe knife attack during the 2018 presidential campaign. The stabbing caused serious damage to his intestines and required several surgical procedures in the years that followed. In recent months while imprisoned, he has needed hospital attention for persistent hiccups, hernia operations, and medical checks after falling in his cell earlier this year.

He is currently serving a 27-year prison sentence handed down by Brazil's Supreme Court for his involvement in planning a coup following his loss in the 2022 presidential election against Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The ruling, delivered in late 2025, represented a major reversal for the former right-wing leader who previously enjoyed widespread backing from conservative voters across the country.

This latest hospital visit occurs against a backdrop of continued political friction. Supporters of Bolsonaro persist in contesting the legality of his detention and mobilizing public demonstrations on his behalf. Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who has presided over central elements of the case, has in the past either granted or rejected requests for temporary medical releases depending on evaluations submitted.

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No official comment has been issued on whether this episode will necessitate court authorization for prolonged treatment or alter the terms of his incarceration. Bolsonaro's wife, Michelle Bolsonaro, along with several prominent allies, has demanded regular updates concerning his health status. Hospital staff continue close monitoring, with an expected briefing from the medical team scheduled for later today.