Brazilian president reported hospitalised

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AP Sao Paulo
Last Updated : Oct 25 2017 | 11:07 PM IST
A Brazilian lawmaker said that President Michel Temer has been hospitalised for an examination after experiencing "discomfort."
Carlos Marun is close ally of the president. He said today he did not think the issue was serious but did not provide any more details.
Earlier this month, Temer's office announced that he had been diagnosed with a partial coronary obstruction that would be treated with aspirin and a low-fat diet.
Local media is reporting that the 77-year-old president's new hospitalisation isn't related to his heart condition.
Temer is facing a vote in the lower house of Congress today that could see him suspended and put on trial on corruption charges.
Prosecutors allege he led a criminal organisation in which Brazil's political parties sold favours, votes and plum appointments to powerful businessmen.

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First Published: Oct 25 2017 | 11:07 PM IST

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