Former Brazil spy chief freed in US after ICE detention

Former Brazilian intelligence chief Alexandre Ramagem was released from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention, according to Paulo Figueiredo, an ally of ex‑president Jair Bolsonaro living in the United States. Ramagem had been held by ICE following his arrival in the U.S., though details of the charges were not disclosed. Figueiredo announced the release on Wednesday, noting that Ramagem is now free and will return to Brazil. The incident highlights ongoing tensions between Bolsonaro supporters and Brazilian authorities over investigations into alleged wrongdoing.