Trump Administration Fumes After Brazil Kicks Out US Officials Over Election Meddling Fears: Report

The Trump administration reacted sharply after Brazil denied visas to two senior US officials, a report says. Brazil reportedly feared the planned trip by Secretary of State personnel would be used to undermine Brazil’s upcoming presidential election, due October 4. The Wall Street Journal reports Brazil denied visas for Riley M. Barnes and Samuel Samson. The US State Department confirmed the officials were scheduled for meetings on election integrity but rejected claims the visit was a “ploy,” calling them baseless.