INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
decree had aimed to raise approximately 10 billion reais in 2025 and about 61.5 billion reais by the end of next year.This approach has
prerogatives.The Brazilian Constitution establishes a system of checks and balances, granting Congress the authority to revoke presidential
decrees and the Supreme Court the power to rule on constitutional matters.Lula Appeals to Supreme Court After Tax Decree Defeat, Testing
(Photo Internet reproduction)However, repeated appeals to the judiciary after legislative defeats have raised concerns about whether the
balance among branches is being respected.Observers now watch closely to see whether Congress will assert its constitutional role or if the
