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Celso de Mello will be the rapporteur for the request for an inquiry into Moro's accusations.

The most senior member of the Supreme Federal Court (STF), Celso de Mello, was chosen by lot to be the rapporteur for the request for an investigation made by the Attorney General of the Republic, Augusto Aras, to investigate the accusations made by the now former minister Sergio Moro.

Celso de Mello reassumes his seat on the Supreme Court and Moro's impartiality can now be voted on (Photo: STF | Reuters)

247 - Justice Celso de Mello of the Supreme Federal Court (STF) will be the rapporteur for the request to open an investigation into the accusations made by former Justice Minister Sergio Moro against Jair Bolsonaro.

Supreme Court Dean Celso de Mello was chosen by lot this Friday to be the rapporteur for the inquiry request made by the Attorney General of the Republic, Augusto Aras, to investigate the accusations made by the now former minister Sergio Moro, including obstruction of justice and malfeasance in office for attempting to interfere in the activities of the Federal Police.

As the rapporteur, Celso de Mello will be responsible for authorizing investigative measures, such as the questioning of Moro and other witnesses, or even the breach of confidentiality.