Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro praised Elon Musk at a rally in Rio de Janeiro, stating that the billionaire has defended freedom of expression. The rally, which took place on Copacabana beach, was held to support Bolsonaro's claim that freedom of expression is at risk in Brazil. Bolsonaro referred to Musk as a man who preserves freedom for everyone. The Brazilian ex-president's comments come as tech tycoon Elon Musk faces a legal showdown in Brazil over claims of censorship and disinformation. [349cf414] [0550b011]