Brazil mourns 500,000 deaths from COVID-19

Brazil has hit the grim mark of 500,000 people dying from COVID-19. Protesters hit the streets over the weekend, accusing the president of facilitating the spread of the virus. On today’s show, Brazilians across the country reflect on this tragic milestone.

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