The Trump administration has ignited a political storm in Brazil by proposing a 25% tariff on Brazilian imports, following lobbying efforts by Flávio Bolsonaro, a leading presidential candidate. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has seized this opportunity to criticize Bolsonaro, accusing him of betraying Brazil by urging US intervention. Lula referred to the tariffs as 'TariFlávio', highlighting the contentious political climate. Shortly after Bolsonaro's meetings with Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the US designated two Brazilian drug gangs, Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC) and Comando Vermelho, as foreign terrorist organizations, a move Bolsonaro celebrated. Lula's administration has responded harshly, labeling Bolsonaro and his brother as 'traitors'. The proposed tariffs have disrupted a fragile truce between Lula and Trump, which had followed previous tariff impositions that were reduced after a US Supreme Court ruling. Political analysts suggest that the US is attempting to influence Brazil's upcoming elections, with indications of support for Bolsonaro. Lula's previous opposition to US tariffs has reportedly increased his popularity, drawing parallels to other leaders who have campaigned against US policies.