Today's news from February 7, 2025, brings a wave of political maneuvers, legal confrontations, and environmental initiatives in Brazil. The federal government is planning to establish an agency to regulate and manage the country's future carbon market, a move initiated by Congress last year. Meanwhile, former President Bolsonaro is meeting with the author of a bill that could alter the "Clean Record" law, potentially enabling his candidacy for 2026. The judiciary is also active, with São Paulo's court dismissing a PT lawsuit against state deputy Capitão Telhada for a satirical comment on marijuana, emphasizing that "Brazilians know how to laugh." In São Luís, the municipal council overruled Mayor Eduardo Braide's veto on a project, leading the mayor to seek judicial recourse against a salary increase. The political landscape is further stirred by Lula's statement against political interference in hospitals, aligning with Nísia's stance. Lula also encourages Brazilians to avoid purchasing expensive goods to pressure sellers into lowering prices.

Internationally, Trump's influence on USAID is seen as a blessing for the US and a blow to the left, while his decision to cut incentives for the energy sector drew criticism from the UNFCCC, which advocates for profitable energy transition. The Chamber of Deputies sees changes under Hugo Motta, affecting attendance and voting schedules. Environmental concerns are highlighted as COP 30 is set to take place in Brazi...

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