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Federal Police Investigate Senator Jaques Wagner Over Banco Master

Brazilian federal agents have launched an investigation into Senator Jaques Wagner, a pivotal ally of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and the government’s floor leader in the Senate. The inquiry centers on potential irregularities involving the private lender Banco Master, according to sources familiar with the matter.

Federal Police Investigate Senator Jaques Wagner Over Banco Master

The probe marks a significant development for the administration, given Wagner’s role as the primary legislative liaison for the president. While the investigation remains ongoing, details regarding the specific allegations linking the senator to the financial institution have yet to be disclosed by official authorities.

Representatives for the senator did not immediately respond to requests for comment following the initial report by CNN Brasil. The investigation comes at a sensitive time for the government as it navigates a complex legislative agenda in the Senate.

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