Bolsonaro remains hospitalized and under observation, as his lawyers request house arrest

Periodista Portafolio 03/15/2026 12:14 Updated: 03/15/2026 12:14

Bolsonaro remains hospitalized and under observation, as his lawyers request house arrest

TL;DR

  • Jair Bolsonaro is hospitalized in intensive care with bilateral bacterial pneumonia.
  • He experienced high fever, low oxygen saturation, and respiratory difficulties leading to his hospitalization.
  • Medical reports indicate improved renal function but an increase in inflammatory markers, prompting broader antibiotic treatment.
  • The pneumonia may be related to bronchoaspiration, a condition where digestive fluids enter the airways.
  • Bolsonaro is stable and does not require mechanical ventilation, with respiratory and physical therapy sessions intensified.
  • His current health issues are largely attributed to the aftereffects of a 2018 stabbing, which caused severe abdominal injuries.
  • He is serving a 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup plot after the 2022 presidential election.
  • His lawyers are reiterating requests for house arrest due to his health status.
  • Bolsonaro's condition has reignited political debate, particularly with upcoming presidential elections.
  • His son, Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, has been mentioned as a potential candidate for the right-wing sector.