Rubio denies facilitating Flávio Bolsonaro's escape to the United States

Marco Rubio denied that the U.S. government facilitated Flávio Bolsonaro's escape to Miami after losing the presidential elections and facing corruption investigations. During a G20 press conference, Rubio stated that the U.S. was not involved in Bolsonaro's departure preparations. He clarified that Bolsonaro already had a U.S. visa and that President Trump only authorized his entry upon arrival. Bolsonaro and his family traveled from Brazil to Argentina before flying to Miami. This incident has heightened tensions between the Trump administration and Brazil's government under Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Rubio met with Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, indicating future discussions at the G7 summit.