Brazil Senate blocks Supreme Court nominee for first time in 130 years

Brazil's Senate has rejected a Supreme Court nominee for the first time in over 130 years. Senators voted against confirming Attorney General Jorge Messias in a secret ballot, with 42 voting against and 34 in favour, and one abstention. This outcome highlights the fragmented nature of the Senate, where President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's government lacks a stable majority.