Two sons of the caretaker Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro have applied for Italian citizenship, days after their father lost the presidential rerun to Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of the left-wing Workers' Party. Bolsonaro's term ends on January 1, following which, he will be succeeded by President-elect Lula da Silva.

Bolsonaro's son Flavio Bolsonaro, a Brazilian senator himself, and his brother Eduardo Bolsonaro, a member of the Brazilian Congress, were reportedly spotted at the Italian embassy in the capital Brasilia on Tuesday this week.&nbsp;

I have the right to apply for Italian citizenship: Flavio Bolsonaro

“My family is of Italian origin and I have the right to apply for Italian citizenship, which started to be dealt with in September 2019,” Flavio said in a statement while denying any plans to leave the country.&nbsp;

&nbsp;“I will be a senator of the republic for four more years and I intend to run for re-election, so before anyone starts to create far-fetched theories, leaving the country is not an option for me,” he added.

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Bolsonaro and his two sons Flavio and Eduardo face accusations of alleged theft of staff salaries during their terms as congressmen. Da Silva, who went to prison for corruption, a charge now overturned by the country's judiciary, used the issue in his campaign, saying, “On my first day of government, I will lift these secrecies.”

'Bolsonaro fears being arrested'

The Congressman-elect Guilherme Boulos, an ally of President-elect Lula da Silva, told 'The Times' newspaper that he senses that 'the rats are escaping'. Earlier, he had said that "Bolsonaro's fear is not losing the election, it's being arrested. Both him and his family."

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Bolsonaro's presidential tenure was riped with assertions from the outgoing president that his government had "zero corruption". However, Bolsonaro and his inner circle have faced accusations and subsequent investigations related to the alleged misappropriation of public funds. The investigations never reached their conclusion. However, after leaving office, Bolsonaro will have no immunity if found guilty.&nbsp;

In Brazil, the inauguration of new presidential tenure begins on New Year's Day. The country follows the tradition in which the outgoing president hands over the presidential sash to the new head of state. However, reports quoting sources close to Bolsonaro, have claimed that Bolsonaro will be 'travelling'&nbsp;during that period and will not take part in the inauguration ceremony.&nbsp;

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Two sons of the caretaker Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro have applied for Italian citizenship, days after their father lost the presidential rerun to Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of the left-wing Workers' Party.

Two sons of the caretaker Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro have applied for Italian citizenship, days after their father lost the presidential rerun to Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of the left-wing Workers' Party. Bolsonaro's term ends on January 1, following which, he will be succeeded by President-elect Lula da Silva. Bolsonaro's son Flavio Bolsonaro, a Brazilian senator himself, and his brother Eduardo Bolsonaro, a member of the Brazilian Congress, were reportedly spotted at the Italian embassy in the capital Brasilia on Tuesday this week. I have the right to apply for Italian citizenship: Flavio Bolsonaro “My family is of Italian origin and I have the right to apply for Italian citizenship, which started to be dealt with in September 2019,” Flavio said in a statement while denying any plans to leave the country. “I will be a senator of the republic for four more years and I intend to run for re-election, so before anyone starts to create far-fetched theories, leaving the country is not an option for me,” he added. ALSO READ | Brazil: Bolsonaro fails to acknowledge election loss in first speech; transition of power to begin Bolsonaro and his two sons Flavio and Eduardo face accusations of alleged theft of staff salaries during their terms as congressmen. Da Silva, who went to prison for corruption, a charge now overturned by the country's judiciary, used the issue in his campaign, saying, “On my first day of government, I will lift these secrecies.” 'Bolsonaro fears being arrested' The Congressman-elect Guilherme Boulos, an ally of President-elect Lula da Silva, told 'The Times' newspaper that he senses that 'the rats are escaping'. Earlier, he had said that "Bolsonaro's fear is not losing the election, it's being arrested. Both him and his family." WATCH | Brazil Presidential elections: Bolsonaro, Lula trade blows in final debate × Bolsonaro's presidential tenure was riped with assertions from the outgoing president that his government had "zero corruption". However, Bolsonaro and his inner circle have faced accusations and subsequent investigations related to the alleged misappropriation of public funds. The investigations never reached their conclusion. However, after leaving office, Bolsonaro will have no immunity if found guilty. In Brazil, the inauguration of new presidential tenure begins on New Year's Day. The country follows the tradition in which the outgoing president hands over the presidential sash to the new head of state. However, reports quoting sources close to Bolsonaro, have claimed that Bolsonaro will be 'travelling' during that period and will not take part in the inauguration ceremony. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Bolsonaro's son says 'leaving the country not an option' but applies for Italian citizenship

State prosecutors in Rio de Janeiro said late on Tuesday they have formally pressed charges against Flavio&nbsp;Bolsonaro, President Jair&nbsp;Bolsonaro's eldest son, over his alleged participation in a scheme to siphon off public funds.

The charges are the first to be brought in a series of investigations involving the president's family and could prove damaging for the far-right leader, who ran on an anti-corruption platform.

Rio state prosecutors accuse Flavio Bolsonaro, 39, of embezzlement, money laundering and operating a criminal enterprise from 2007 to 2018.

His former driver and fixer, Fabricio Queiroz, is also accused in the alleged scheme.

Queiroz, a former police officer, was arrested in June, leading to speculation he could cut a plea deal with prosecutors in exchange for information on his former boss' role.

Fifteen other people are also accused.

"I did nothing illegal. The Rio state prosecutor's office made a series of strange mistakes in its 'accusation,' which just happens to come on the eve of local elections" on November 15, Flavio Bolsonaro wrote on Instagram.

"I don't even think (the court) will accept the charges."

The case began in 2018, when auditors identified a series of unusual transfers to an account held by Queiroz for a total of 1.2 million reais (around $375,000 at the time).

Investigators say they detected a scheme commonly known in Brazil as "rachadinha," in which politicians pack their public payrolls with fake staff and pocket or otherwise divert part of the money.

Prosecutors accuse Flavio Bolsonaro, who was elected to the Senate in the same election that swept his father to power in 2018,&nbsp;of embezzling 2.7 million reais in all.

He denies the accusations and says he is the victim of "political persecution."

The case drew intense scrutiny when reports emerged in August that First Lady Michelle Bolsonaro had received 21 unexplained bank deposits from Queiroz from 2011 to 2016.

Asked about those allegations by a journalist, the president replied, "I so want to pound your mouth with punches."

State prosecutors in Rio de Janeiro said late on Tuesday they have formally pressed charges against Flavio Bolsonaro, President Jair Bolsonaro's eldest son, over his alleged participation in a scheme to siphon off public funds.

State prosecutors in Rio de Janeiro said late on Tuesday they have formally pressed charges against Flavio Bolsonaro, President Jair Bolsonaro's eldest son, over his alleged participation in a scheme to siphon off public funds. The charges are the first to be brought in a series of investigations involving the president's family and could prove damaging for the far-right leader, who ran on an anti-corruption platform. Rio state prosecutors accuse Flavio Bolsonaro, 39, of embezzlement, money laundering and operating a criminal enterprise from 2007 to 2018. His former driver and fixer, Fabricio Queiroz, is also accused in the alleged scheme. Queiroz, a former police officer, was arrested in June, leading to speculation he could cut a plea deal with prosecutors in exchange for information on his former boss' role. Fifteen other people are also accused. "I did nothing illegal. The Rio state prosecutor's office made a series of strange mistakes in its 'accusation,' which just happens to come on the eve of local elections" on November 15, Flavio Bolsonaro wrote on Instagram. "I don't even think (the court) will accept the charges." The case began in 2018, when auditors identified a series of unusual transfers to an account held by Queiroz for a total of 1.2 million reais (around $375,000 at the time). Investigators say they detected a scheme commonly known in Brazil as "rachadinha," in which politicians pack their public payrolls with fake staff and pocket or otherwise divert part of the money. Prosecutors accuse Flavio Bolsonaro, who was elected to the Senate in the same election that swept his father to power in 2018, of embezzling 2.7 million reais in all. He denies the accusations and says he is the victim of "political persecution." The case drew intense scrutiny when reports emerged in August that First Lady Michelle Bolsonaro had received 21 unexplained bank deposits from Queiroz from 2011 to 2016. Asked about those allegations by a journalist, the president replied, "I so want to pound your mouth with punches."

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