The Washington Brazil Office had the honor to collaborate on this capstone paper with Georgetown University’s Walsh School of Foreign Service to examine the evolving role of Brazil’s Armed Forces in politics and its implications for democratic governance from 2017 to 2023. By analyzing historical trends, legal frameworks, and media portrayals, the authors provide key insights into the challenges facing civil-military relations in Brazil today. We invite you to explore this in-depth study and join the conversation on strengthening democratic institutions.