Tag: Brazil Politics
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Rui Falcão Files against Tarcísio for September 7th Remarks
Background of the Legal Action On September 8, 2025, Brazilian politician Rui Falcão, a member of the Workers’ Party (PT-SP), initiated a legal action against São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas. This move comes in response to remarks made by De Freitas during the September 7th independence day celebrations, which many view as politically charged…
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Lula Leads 2026 Presidential Race According to CNT/MDA
Lula’s Strong Position in the 2026 Presidential Race A recent CNT/MDA survey, released on Monday, highlights that President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) is currently leading the race for the 2026 presidency in Brazil. The polling data was collected through 2,002 face-to-face interviews, providing a robust foundation for understanding the current political landscape as…
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Zema Responds to Malafaia’s Controversial Remarks
Introduction The political landscape in Brazil has been particularly vibrant, with voices from various spheres weighing in on potential candidates for the upcoming elections. Recently, Governor Romeu Zema of Minas Gerais found himself in the spotlight due to his comments regarding Pastor Silas Malafaia’s controversial remarks made during a rally on Avenida Paulista, São Paulo.…
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Câmara de BH Deliberates Opposing Resolutions on Alexandre de Moraes
Introduction The political landscape in Brazil is often marked by intense debates and contrasting views. Recently, the Câmara Municipal de Belo Horizonte (CMBH) found itself at the heart of a significant controversy involving Alexandre de Moraes, a minister of the Supreme Federal Court (STF). On September 8, CMBH gathered to scrutinize two opposing motions regarding…