In today's news, February 6, 2026, Val Marchiori celebrated the end of her chemotherapy with champagne, expressing her relief by saying it "takes a weight off." Meanwhile, in the political arena, the Brazilian Congress approved urgent bills granting salary increases and benefits for Chamber and Senate employees, which could exceed the constitutional salary cap. This decision led to a swift reaction, with Supreme Court Justice Flávio Dino suspending these "penduricalhos," or illegal perks, across the three branches of government and setting a 60-day review period. Political scientist Beatriz Rey and economist Joel Pinheiro da Fonseca discussed the symbolic and financial impacts of this package, which could cost nearly R$800 million in the 2026 budget. In São Paulo, the Movimento Brasil Livre (MBL) staged another protest at Banco Master's headquarters, led by Renan Santos and supported by figures like Kim Kataguiri and Arthur do Val. They demanded accountability and called for a Parliamentary Commission of Inquiry (CPMI). The protest also targeted Supreme Court Minister Alexandre de Moraes, reflecting growing tensions surrounding the Master scandal. Concurrently, the Superior Court of Justice (STJ) is embroiled in controversy as Minister Marco Buzzi faces accusations of sexual misconduct. Despite Buzzi's denial, a syndicate may lead to his compulsory retirement, while the criminal investigation continues under the Supreme Court.

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