Today's news, dated 13/07/2025, brings a whirlwind of political and legal drama in Brazil. The political landscape in Rio de Janeiro is shaken as the Bolsonaro family breaks ties with Governor Cláudio Castro and his successor candidate, Rodrigo Bacellar. This rupture was set off when Washington Reis, the Secretary of Transport, announced a reduction in metro fares without the governor's approval and appeared in public agendas with Rio's Mayor, Eduardo Paes. This unexpected political maneuver has sent shockwaves through the political scene, altering the dynamics not only in Rio but also in Petrópolis. Meanwhile, President Lula has launched a campaign titled "Brazil Sovereign" in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's imposition of a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods. The campaign aims to reaffirm Brazil's sovereignty and resilience against foreign pressure, countering Trump's unfounded claims about the trial of Bolsonaro in the Supreme Court and its impact on trade balances. Opposition governors, including São Paulo's Tarcísio de Freitas, have shifted their narratives, now calling for national unity to mitigate job losses.

In the midst of these political tensions, Tarcísio de Freitas has appealed to the Supreme Federal Court for Bolsonaro's passport, but the request was dismissed until his trial concludes. Meanwhile, in Rio Branco, former First Lady Michelle Bolsonaro delivered a speech at a PL Mulher event, critiquing the federal government and advocating for conse...

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