The political scene in Brazil is as dynamic as ever, with recent developments in São Paulo where Mayor Ricardo Nunes has endorsed Tomás Covas, son of former Mayor Bruno Covas, for the 2026 elections. This endorsement, coming just before the second round of municipal elections, could significantly shape Covas's political trajectory. Meanwhile, the São Paulo Legislative Assembly has filed an impeachment request against Governor Tarcísio de Freitas, following his controversial comments linking the criminal faction PCC to the voting process for Boulos.⁵ Adding to the political intrigue, deputies linked to Guilherme Boulos have also filed for the governor's impeachment, reflecting the intense political climate.¹¹

On a different note, the Supreme Federal Court continues to be a focal point in the judiciary with notorious PCC leader Marcola appealing to overturn his conviction for armed robbery, highlighting ongoing tensions between criminal factions and the judiciary. Also, Senator Angelo Coronel has been working closely with Minister Flávio Dino to align the next year's budget proposal with the court's views, showcasing the interplay between Brazil's legislative and judicial branches.

In the Senate, the Partido Liberal (PL) has thrown its support behind Senator Davi from Amapá for the 2025 Senate presidency, joining forces with PP, PDT, and PSB. The Senate has also approved a project to create a national registry of individuals convicted o...

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