US revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador, says no expulsion

A U.S. State Department spokesperson clarified that the recent revocation of a visa does not signal the expulsion of Brazil’s ambassador from the United States. The statement was issued after the U.S. government revoked a visa that had previously been issued to the Brazilian envoy, a move that sparked speculation about a potential diplomatic fallout.

The visa revocation was prompted by a dispute over alleged interference in U.S. domestic affairs, a matter that has strained U.S.-Brazil relations for several months. The ambassador, who has been stationed in Washington, D.C. since early 2024, remains in the country and will continue to carry out diplomatic duties. The spokesperson emphasized that the revocation was a procedural action and not an expulsion, and that the ambassador’s presence in the United States will not be affected.

The U.S. and Brazilian governments have reiterated their commitment to maintaining open lines of communication. While the visa revocation underscores heightened tensions, officials on both sides have indicated that the situation will not lead to a broader diplomatic crisis, and normal diplomatic engagement is expected to resume shortly.