Former Brazilian Intelligence Chief at Risk of Extradition

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Friday, April 24, 2026
Author: 
Gavin Neff and Bruce Zagaris
Volume: 
42
Issue: 
5
Abstract: 

On April 16, 2026, Alexandre Ramagem was released from the United States (U.S.) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody after a two-day detention. The former lawmaker and intelligence chief thanked the U.S. government for his release. Paulo Figuerido, a U.S.-based associate of the former lawmaker, said that Ramagem had been stopped in Orlando for a minor traffic violation and was then referred to immigration authorities.