Zema praises Flávio and says that PCC and CV threaten national sovereignty

Presidency candidate for Novo, Romeu Zema, said he recognizes the "work" attributed to senator Flávio Bolsonaro (PL-RJ) against organized crime when commenting on the United States' decision to classify the PCC (Primeiro Comando Capital) and CV (Comando Vermelho) as terrorist organizations.

In a video published on social media, Zema said that national sovereignty is not threatened and criticized the administration of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) for, according to him, "never having done anything" against organized crime.

"Those who threaten our sovereignty are precisely the PCC and the Red Command. They dominate territories within Brazil. There, they are the ones in charge, not the government. Our sovereignty is not threatened, it is stolen. And Lula has never done anything about it. On the contrary, he is just covering up criminals", he said. "The collaboration [from the USA] is very welcome and Flávio was able to do what Lula should have done a long time ago", he continued.

The United States Department of State announced on Thursday that it has classified the CCP and PV as "Specially Designated Global Terrorists."

The statement, signed by Secretary Marco Rubio, also states that the US intends to designate the two criminal groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations as of June 5.

"The CV and the PCC are two of the most violent criminal organizations in Brazil. Together, they command thousands of members and orchestrated brutal attacks against police officers, public authorities and Brazilian civilians", highlights the text.

Also according to the statement, the Trump administration will use all available tools to keep illicit drugs out of North American territory and stop the flow of resources that finance "violent narco-terrorists."

"The action taken today by the Department of State further demonstrates the Trump administration's unwavering commitment to dismantling cartels and criminal organizations in our region and ensuring the safety of the American people," the announcement concluded.

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