Join CPAC for a two-event action series focused on defending fair representation and stopping unconstitutional efforts to manipulate the electoral process in Virginia. This Rally & Vote No series  will bring together grassroots activists, policy leaders, and concerned citizens to take a stand against partisan overreach and protect the integrity of our elections. RSVP to attend at CPAC.org/VoteNo/RSVP . April 16, Leesburg, VA Thursday, April 16, 2026 4:00 PM ET 750 Miller Drive, Leesburg, VA Kick off the series with a high-energy rally featuring conservative leaders and advocates speaking out against Virginia Democrats’ gerrymandering power grab. What to Expect Remarks from CPAC leaders and guest speakers A breakdown of the unconstitutional redistricting efforts Insight into how these actions impact Virginia voters Opportunities to connect with fellow activists and supporters This rally will energize attendees and set the stage for continued action. RSVP to attend at CPAC.org/VoteNo/RSVP .

Democracy is under threat in Virginia, and the time to act is now. On Thursday, April 16th at 4:00 PM, Former Governor Glenn Youngkin and key Republican leaders from the 10th Congressional District will rally in the heart of Northern Virginia to sound the alarm. Their message is urgent and clear: the proposed redistricting constitutional amendment on the ballot is a blatant partisan power grab that would silence your voice and undermine the integrity of Virginia elections for years to come. In 2020, Virginians overwhelmingly voted by a margin of 65.7% to establish a bipartisan redistricting commission, a fair and balanced safeguard against partisan manipulation of electoral maps. Now, Democrats are attempting to throw that all away, concentrating redistricting power in the hands of a few partisan insiders, fueled by millions in out-of-state dark money aimed at misleading Virginia voters. The consequences would be staggering: Virginia's congressional delegation could swing from a near-even 5-6 split to a lopsided 1-10 outcome, effectively erasing the voices of minority, rural, independent, and conservative voters across the Commonwealth. Thursday's rally represents an important opportunity for Virginians across the 10th District and beyond to engage directly with their leaders and make their opposition to this radical redistricting amendment known. With early voting already underway and Election Day on April 21st approaching quickly, the urgency could not be greater. This amendment, if passed, will reshape Virginia's political landscape for a generation. Virginians who believe in fair, transparent, and accountable elections are encouraged to attend Thursday's event and cast their vote as NO before or on April 21st.

CPAC is closely watching this very important election in Hungary today. We stand firmly with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and the Hungarian people as they vote. We have proudly held CPAC Hungary five times, and each gathering has been wildly successful, bringing together conservatives from across Europe and the United States to champion sovereignty, family, and national identity. President Trump, Vice President Vance, Secretary of State Rubio, and CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp have all endorsed Prime Minister Orbán. He is a true example of a leader with strong conservative values who has courageously stood up to elitists and globalists from the EU and beyond to protect what is right for his country. We are with you, Hungary. Election Updates 44.5% for FIDESZ 42% for TISZA 7% for Mi Hazánk The rest below the threshold. How this will translate into seats, we most likely won’t find out quickly, and certainly not today. Of course, this could still change since it’s only a projection based on a model, but this is what Hungarian media are currently reporting. How results are released (“batches”) Hungary reports results progressively as precincts finish counting. When you see: • “10% counted” • “45% counted” • “80% counted” this does not represent a random national sample. It reflects which parts of the country have reported so far. The typical reporting order 1. Small rural precincts (fastest) 2. Medium towns 3. Large cities, especially Budapest (slowest) Because of this, each batch has a predictable political bias. ⸻ What each batch actually means Early batches (roughly 5%–40%) • Dominated by rural and smaller municipalities • Historically more favorable to Fidesz Interpretation: • Orbán will often appear to have a large early lead • This lead is usually inflated, not final • Media headlines at this stage often overstate his position What to watch: • Are opposition candidates competitive in districts already reporting? • Is Orbán’s margin unusually large even for rural areas? ⸻ Middle batches (40%–80%) • More representative mix of the country • Includes mid-sized cities and some urban districts Interpretation: • This is where the true trajectory becomes visible • If Orbán’s lead holds steady, that is a strong sign of control • If his lead shrinks meaningfully, the race is tightening What to watch: • District-by-district changes, not just national percentages • Whether opposition begins flipping or closing gaps in key districts ⸻ Late batches (80%–100%) • Heavy inclusion of Budapest and large urban areas • Often includes slower-counting precincts Interpretation: • This is where opposition parties tend to perform better • Final margins settle here What to watch: • Does the late urban vote narrow the gap significantly, or only slightly? • If Orbán still leads comfortably after urban votes are in, the outcome is effectively decided ⸻ Why batches can be misleading A headline like: • “Fidesz leads by 15 points with 30% counted” usually means: • Rural areas have reported • Urban areas have not So the correct interpretation is: • “Fidesz is performing as expected in early-reporting areas” —not necessarily that the election is decided. ⸻ The key indicator inside each batch The most important signal is not the national percentage, but: District performance • Are Fidesz candidates winning most districts? • Are margins close or comfortable? Even if national vote share tightens later, winning districts early and consistently strongly favors Orbán. ⸻ What the batches mean for Orbán specifically Scenario 1: Strong early lead, stable through middle batches • Orbán maintains large margins even as more votes come in • Opposition fails to close the gap Meaning: • Clear path to victory • Likely strong parliamentary majority ⸻ Scenario 2: Strong early lead, but shrinking in middle batches • Early rural advantage fades as urban votes come in Meaning: • Race is competitive • Still favorable for Orbán if he holds most districts • But signals reduced dominance ⸻ Scenario 3: Lead collapses late • Large early lead narrows sharply once Budapest reports Meaning: • Opposition significantly overperforming expectations • Potential upset or much tighter parliament ⸻ Scenario 4: Weak early performance • Orbán’s margins are small even in early rural batches Meaning: • Warning sign • Indicates broader national weakness • Increases probability of a close or unfavorable outcome ⸻ Quick way to interpret results in real time When a new batch comes out, ask: 1. Where are these votes coming from? Early = rural; late = urban 2. Is Orbán’s margin changing? Stable = strong position Shrinking = pressure 3. Who is winning districts? This matters more than raw percentages ⸻ Bottom line • Early batches tend to overstate Orbán’s strength • Middle batches reveal whether that strength is real or inflated • Late batches show whether the opposition can meaningfully close the gap • If Orbán maintains a solid lead through the middle phase, the outcome is usually settled Hungary, 1.4% counted: 98.6% of votes not yet counted National parliament election Fidesz/KDNP-PfE: 53.2% (-0.9) TISZA-EPP: 38.7% (+38.7) MH-ESN: 6.1% (+0.2) DK-S&D: 0.7% (+0.7) MKKP→G/EFA: 0.6% (-2.7) +/- vs. 2022 election Hungary, 6.5% counted: National parliament election TISZA-EPP: 47.8% (+9.1) Fidesz/KDNP-PfE: 43.7% (-9.5) MH-ESN: 6.2% (+0.1) DK-S&D: 1.1% (+0.4) MKKP→G/EFA: 0.7% (+0.1) +/- vs. 1.4% counted Hungary, List vote, 10.4% counted: National parliament election TISZA-EPP: 49.4% (+1.6) Fidesz/KDNP-PfE: 42.0% (-1.7) MH-ESN: 6.1% (-0.1) DK-S&D: 1.2% (+0.1) MKKP→G/EFA: 0.7% +/- vs. 6.5% counted

Last November, when Democrats seized control of both the Governor’s Mansion and the General Assembly, they promised to unite Virginia under the guise of moderate policy reform. Instead, under the leadership of Abigail Spanberger, Virginia Democrats have spearheaded the most biased and divisive congressional redistricting campaign in the Commonwealth's history. The radical leadership in Richmond has prioritized a singular obsession: attacking President Trump and legislation that puts America first. Their primary goal is to win a congressional majority designed to obstruct lawmaking, paralyzing Congress with endless impeachment hearings and the threat of shutdowns rather than working for the American people. Virginia Democrats have proven they care more about partisan politics than fair representation. In a disgraceful power grab, they have sought to disenfranchise Virginia voters and silence dissent by gerrymandering a map that secures ten safe Democratic seats out of eleven. Ahead of the Tuesday, April 21st, vote, CPAC—alongside leaders from Virginia’s Hispanic and faith communities—convened to speak out against this radical redistricting power grab. This campaign threatens to strip away the voice of thousands, particularly those in rural and Hispanic communities, by handing Virginia Democrats 91% of the state's Congressional districts. The CPAC press conference was joined by faith and hispanic leaders from across Virginia, including: CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp, CPAC Senior Fellow Mercedes Schlapp, Astrid Gamez, Founder and Executive Director of Family Services Network, Rev. Jonathan Avendaño, Pastor of Manna from Heaven Church (Iglesia Maná del Cielo), Hannah Lape, Legislative Strategist for Concerned Women for America, Joshua Raimundo, Strategic Director for the LIBRE Initiative, Joanne Chase Chairwoman of the National Hispanic Assembly of Virginia, Katie Gorka Chairwoman of the Fairfax County Republican Party, Katie and Rev. Patrick Mahoney Director of the Christian Defense Coalition and a Presbyterian minister. Virginia Democrats pretend they are moderates when, in fact, fueled by radical Marxist ideology, they wield their power to silence the voices of Virginians. CPAC Chairman Matt Schlapp highlighted the necessity of having a Congress that represents its constituents at a grassroots level because of their varying, unique needs and priorities. “These are Marxist maps intended to limit the people’s voices in Virginia,” Schlapp stated. “The whole reason we have a House of Representatives is for minority rights…a state is diverse and has diverse political views. Rural areas might have different views than urban areas, that's why in Virginia you have eleven seats, but they want to steal four Republican seats.” The proposed Virginia congressional map attempts to silence these voices for partisan gain, putting politics over Virginia, tipping the scales, and disenfranchising rural, religious, and racial minorities. Virginia has already seen firsthand the Democrats' willingness to push a radical, anti-Christian ideology onto classrooms and families. Rev. Pat Mahoney spoke out against this assault, noting that the proposed map would gerrymander the state's most conservative areas to systematically undermine dissent. “It will ensure only one point of view is heard, which is certainly not fairness. This will especially disenfranchise Christian voters. Important views and beliefs concerning the family, religious freedom, the sanctity of life, medical freedom, and the raising of our children will be crushed and silenced if a ‘yes’ vote prevails,” said Rev. Mahoney. The future of Virginia hangs in the balance. This redistricting plan is not about fairness; it is a calculated strike to silence voices and attack the values of faith, family, and freedom. Radical politicians in Richmond must not be allowed to redraw communities out of existence to fuel a partisan agenda in Washington. To protect the rights of rural voters, the Hispanic community, and people of faith across the Commonwealth, Virginians must take action at the ballot box to ensure every Virginian is heard. Vote NO on April 21st to stop this radical power grab and ensure that every voice is heard!

Over the past decade, the fight against human trafficking has developed into a national front battle to ensure the freedom of those facing abuse daily. Such a fight comes with the need for those working across different aspects of the field to find ways to partner and make a difference in ending modern-day slavery. This is why CPAC started its Combating Human Trafficking Coalition, and it comes as no surprise that DeliverFund has stepped up as a crucial partner. For the past 11 years, their team has been the silent force dismantling human trafficking networks across America. While most organizations focus on the aftermath of the crime, DeliverFund spends its time attacking the root. Nic McKinley, a former CIA officer and U.S. Air Force Pararescueman, founded the non-profit in 2015 with a specific distinction: this is not a group of activists. It is a high-level intelligence firm run by veterans. For over a decade, they have repurposed the world’s most sophisticated intelligence-gathering techniques to hunt predators in our own backyard. They don't just raise awareness; they use elite tradecraft to protect the vulnerable and bring the fight to the enemy. DeliverFund’s credibility is built on what they call "Bulletproof" level intelligence. In the digital age, traffickers hide behind encryption and anonymous forums to sell human beings like property. DeliverFund counters this by using proprietary software and high-level data analysis to unmask these predators. By the time the team hands a case to local law enforcement, it isn't just a tip. It is a complete, prosecution-ready intelligence package. This provides police and law enforcement agencies with strike force capabilities needed to take down international criminal infrastructures. Those in this fight know that results are the only metric that matters when lives are on the line. Over the past 11 years, DeliverFund has trained more than 8,000 law enforcement officers, creating a massive "force multiplier" across the country. They don’t just wait for a crime to happen; they engineer a world where traffickers have nowhere left to hide. Now working alongside CPAC’s team, DeliverFund represents the ultimate expression of American values: private-sector innovation, veteran grit, and an unwavering commitment to human liberty. While the Center for Combating Human Trafficking operates across the country to identify policy changes that will empower law enforcement to prevent these crimes before they begin, partners like DeliverFund provide the on-the-ground knowledge that guides the changes necessary to bring traffickers to justice. Moving forward, our teams are working together to educate the public and policymakers, while ensuring those on the frontlines have the resources needed to win this war on modern-day slavery.

Medicaid fraud is no longer being treated as a side issue in Washington; it has become a central priority under the Trump administration’s push for accountability in government spending. Since his 2025 confirmation, CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz has led an aggressive effort to call out fraud, waste, and abuse, framing it as both a fiscal responsibility and a moral obligation to taxpayers. Through initiatives like the Comprehensive Regulations to Uncover Suspicious Healthcare (CRUSH) program and a renewed willingness to publicly challenge states, CMS is making clear that the era of unchecked expansion without oversight is coming to an end. Recently, California has quickly emerged as a high-profile example of what happens when oversight fails. Federal investigators uncovered a $50 million fraudulent hospice billing scheme in the Los Angeles area, along with hundreds of suspect providers, some operating out of empty or nonexistent offices. These findings reinforce a broader concern: in large, high-spending states, weak regulatory environments can allow organized fraud networks to flourish, ultimately leaving taxpayers to absorb the losses. New York presents a similar pattern on an even larger scale. With a Medicaid program exceeding $115 billion, CMS has launched a sweeping probe into rapidly expanding sectors like home care, adult day services, and non-medical transportation. A 121% surge in transportation spending alone has raised serious red flags. When spending grows this quickly without meaningful safeguards, it creates clear opportunities for misuse and inefficiency. Minnesota demonstrates that this new approach is backed by real consequences. CMS has moved to withhold hundreds of millions in federal Medicaid funds until stronger anti-fraud measures are put in place. This signals a clear shift in federal policy: funding is no longer guaranteed without accountability. The broader takeaway is straightforward: enforcement works, but only when it is paired with transparency, consequences, and a willingness to confront states that fail to protect taxpayer dollars. Taken together, the results of these investigations point to a clear shift toward more assertive federal oversight, especially in high-spending, Democrat-led states like California, New York, and Minnesota, where systemic vulnerabilities have too often gone unchecked. Under the Trump administration, CMS has made it a priority to expose fraud and hold states accountable, pulling back the curtain on programs plagued by waste and abuse. While critics claim these efforts are politically motivated, the findings tell a different story: longstanding structural weaknesses are finally being confronted. The takeaway is straightforward: enforcement works, but only when there is transparency, real consequences, and a willingness to challenge state leaders who have failed to protect taxpayer dollars.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Department of the Interior have taken a significant step toward reshaping how federal lands are managed for grazing. Through a newly signed Grazing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), these agencies are working together to expand access to public lands, reduce bureaucratic delays, and improve coordination between key federal partners. At its core, this effort is designed to make it easier for ranchers to operate efficiently while ensuring that federal land management better reflects the realities of modern agriculture. For years, ranchers who rely on federal lands have faced challenges stemming from slow permitting processes, inconsistent communication, and overlapping agency responsibilities. This new agreement aims to address those issues directly by streamlining approvals, improving transparency, and fostering stronger collaboration between the Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management. By cutting red tape and modernizing processes, ranchers gain more certainty and flexibility, two critical factors when managing livestock, investing in infrastructure, and planning for the future. The importance of this initiative extends well beyond ranching operations. A stronger, more efficient grazing system contributes directly to the stability of the American food supply. By supporting domestic beef production, policies like this can help lower costs for consumers and reduce dependence on foreign imports. Additionally, the agreement promotes better land management practices, including targeted grazing to reduce wildfire risks and the use of innovative tools like virtual fencing. These efforts not only benefit producers but also help maintain the long-term health and sustainability of public rangelands. Ultimately, this agreement represents a broader recognition of the essential role ranchers play in the nation’s economy and environment. With more than 20,000 producers relying on federal lands across millions of acres, improving how these lands are managed has far-reaching impacts on rural communities, job creation, and food security. While continued progress will be necessary to ensure lasting success, this step signals a meaningful shift toward policies that prioritize efficiency, partnership, and the long-term resilience of American agriculture. Read More Here: https://www.usda.gov/about-usda/news/press-releases/2026/03/31/usda-doi-move-boost-support-american-ranchers-help-lower-prices-consumers

While identifying the flaws in our current child welfare system is the first step, the GRACIE Act provides a clear roadmap for reform by prioritizing mandatory recording and multidisciplinary cooperation. By modernizing Child Protective Services (CPS) through these specific policy recommendations, we can transform an outdated investigative process into a transparent, evidence-based system that protects children and ensures judicial fairness. To achieve this, states must require the audio or video recording of all CPS interviews conducted with children during investigations. These recordings should be securely stored and made accessible to supervisors, multidisciplinary teams, and the courts to create an objective record of a child's statements. Relying on recorded forensic interviews, rather than "scribbled or typed unreliable notes," prevents coercive questioning and protects caseworkers from false allegations while preserving the integrity of the evidence. Beyond individual interviews, the solution requires a shift in how we identify victims of human trafficking. Currently, only 0.4% of trafficking victims are formally identified; however, incorporating recorded interviews into multidisciplinary case reviews—involving law enforcement, prosecutors, and specialists—allows agencies to spot warning signs that a single caseworker might miss. This collaborative model, already successful in Child Advocacy Centers, enables agencies to share information without forcing children to repeatedly recount their trauma, thereby improving investigative accuracy. These reforms also strengthen the legal foundation of child welfare cases by establishing recorded interviews as primary-source evidence in family court. When judges and attorneys have access to direct recordings rather than secondhand summaries, they can make more informed decisions regarding child safety and removals. This transparency reduces the risk of unnecessary removals caused by miscommunication and provides a solid evidentiary basis when removal is truly necessary to protect a child from imminent harm. To bring these common-sense solutions to reality, Congress should pass the GRACIE Act to incentivize state compliance by tying federal child welfare funding to these transparency standards. Simultaneously, the Executive Branch and the Department of Health and Human Services should provide the technical assistance and grant funding necessary for states to upgrade their technology and train investigators in these modern practices. By adopting these policy recommendations, we move away from a system of inconsistent documentation and toward a standard of absolute accountability. The GRACIE Act ensures that the extraordinary authority wielded by CPS is balanced with modern safeguards that protect the most vulnerable. Ultimately, these reforms do not just change how interviews are conducted—they ensure that when the state intervenes in a family's life, it does so with the accuracy, fairness, and integrity required to truly keep children safe. Read the full policy brief here .

"The reign of life has begun, the tyranny of death is ended. A new birth has taken place, a new life has come, a new order of existence has appeared, our very nature has been transformed!"- St. Gregory of Nyssa, Oratio 1 in Christi resurrectionem . This Easter, we celebrate the moment when the tyranny of death was forever ended, and a new order of existence burst forth into the world. Easter is not merely a historical event but the cosmic transformation of all reality—the beginning of God's new creation. Through Christ's resurrection, the new reign of life has commenced, our very nature has been transformed, and we discover a radically new relationship with the world around us. This is our Easter joy: we are no longer alienated from nature or God, but invited to inhabit the blessed and everlasting life where heaven and earth, spirit and matter, are finally united in Christ's triumph over death. In America, we urgently need this Easter restoration of faith—not as individuals alone, but as a community renewed in our relationship with God and creation itself. When we truly encounter the risen Christ, we are called to rebuild our nation not through domination or power, but through the transformation of hearts, learning to see God's glory in all things. Easter reminds us that authentic renewal begins when we gather as one people, reconnected to the transcendent, and commit ourselves to becoming a community that witnesses to the world that heaven and earth can be reconciled. CPAC wishes you and your family a Happy Easter!

Child Protective Services (CPS) wields the extraordinary authority to enter private homes, question children without parental presence, and initiate removals that can permanently alter the trajectory of a family. Despite this life-changing power, the agency's investigative practices often lack the basic transparency found in other legal settings. Currently, nearly 37.4% of American children will be interviewed by CPS before age 18, yet in most cases, there is no audio or video recording of these interactions. This leaves a single caseworker’s notes as the only record of what occurred, creating a system where a child's true experience can be easily lost or misinterpreted. The GRACIE Act (Generate Recordings of All CPS Interviews Everywhere) seeks to bridge this gap by incentivizing states to require the recording of all CPS interviews with children. The legislation is named after a young girl, Gracie, whose abuse was reported by a counselor and corroborated by multiple witnesses, but dismissed after a caseworker inaccurately documented the initial report. Because there was no recording to verify her words, Gracie’s voice was effectively erased, and later reports of abuse were dismissed based on that first flawed account. Her case reflects a broader systemic problem where spontaneous, unrecorded interviews become the sole basis for critical decisions regarding child safety. This lack of documentation has dire consequences for the most vulnerable, particularly those at risk of human trafficking. Research indicates a staggering link between the child welfare system and exploitation; an estimated 60% of child trafficking victims are current or former foster youth. When CPS interviews are poorly documented, critical indicators of trafficking can be overlooked. Conversely, inaccurate records can lead to unnecessary removals, placing children in the foster care system where their risk of being targeted by traffickers increases due to the instability and trauma of family separation. The absence of recorded interviews raises serious due process concerns. Courts frequently rely on caseworker summaries rather than a child's direct statements, which can lead to misinterpretation or the omission of vital context. For instance, a study found that mothers who report child abuse by fathers are 80% more likely to lose custody, highlighting weaknesses in how abuse allegations are currently evaluated and documented. By mandating recorded interviews, the GRACIE Act aims to provide an objective record that protects children, parents, and caseworkers alike, ensuring the state acts with accuracy and accountability. The GRACIE Act represents a commonsense shift toward modern accountability, bringing CPS in line with standard law enforcement and child advocacy best practices. By ensuring that every child's voice is accurately preserved through mandatory recording, we can strengthen the integrity of investigations, prevent the trauma of unnecessary family separation, and better identify victims of trafficking. Rather than reinventing the system, this legislation ensures that when the state intervenes in a child's life, it does so with the transparency, reliability, and integrity that every family deserves. Read the full policy brief here .

Presented by Veronica Birkenstock at CPAC USA 2026. CPAC applauds President Trump’s courageous decision to redesignate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern for severe religious freedom violations. President Trump launched decisive military actions against ISIS terrorists slaughtering Christians in Nigeria, established the Task Force to Eradicate Anti-Christian Bias, and hosted persecuted Christians from China, Cuba, Nigeria, and beyond at the White House. His powerful words at the National Prayer Breakfast and the United Nations, declaring Christianity the most persecuted faith and vowing America will stand as a voice for victims, have brought unprecedented attention to this underreported human rights tragedy. Wide sections of Nigeria are led by Jihadist entities that seek to wipe the globe of Christians and Jews, and their vile actions must be countered. It is beyond time for religious leaders to be much more vocal and aggressive in countering this evil. Much more must be done. Persecution defines nations like Nigeria, China, North Korea, Pakistan, and elsewhere; thousands killed, millions displaced, churches and synagogues burned, and believers imprisoned simply for their faith. We urge leaders of other countries to follow President Trump’s example, impose stronger sanctions on persecuting governments, increase funding for global religious freedom initiatives, and ensure military and diplomatic tools are fully deployed to protect vulnerable believers. The crisis demands urgent, escalated action, no half-measures when lives and eternal souls are at stake. We are also deeply committed to the broader fight for religious liberty and democracy worldwide. We strongly condemn antisemitism in all its forms and urge the administration to continue its resolute efforts to combat this rising hatred. We are honored that the Crown Prince of Iran, Reza Pahlavi, will be in attendance at CPAC, a Muslim who recognizes the state of Israel and the need for religious tolerance. We stand in solidarity with the Iranian people in their courageous fight for freedom against oppression. CPAC stands ready to partner further in this vital cause. Thank you , President Trump, for leading the charge. Now, let's finish the fight for freedom of faith around the world.

Presented by CPAC Senior Fellow Mercedes Schlapp. CPAC strongly condemns the ongoing weaponization of lawfare by Brazil’s President Lula and Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes against former President Jair Bolsonaro and the Brazilian people. What we are witnessing is not justice; it is a tyrannical abuse of judicial power designed to silence political opposition, crush free speech, and rig upcoming elections in favor of the Lula regime. Justice de Moraes has turned Brazil’s judiciary into a political weapon, imposing unjust convictions, censorship orders, asset freezes, and restrictions that have turned President Bolsonaro into a political prisoner. This is the very definition of lawfare: the malicious use of legal institutions to achieve what could not be won at the ballot box.