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Daniel Zezza, fiancé of federal deputy Erika Hilton and a trans man, has faced a wave of transphobic attacks on social media following TV host Ratinho's controversial remarks about the lawmaker.

March 11, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Federal deputy Erika Hilton (PSOL-SP) was elected president of the Chamber of Deputies' Women's Rights Defense Commission on Wednesday, 11, becoming the first transsexual woman in the role. The election sparked mixed reactions, with right-wing lawmakers protesting her representativeness and others offering support. Hilton advocated for a management focused on plural women's issues and combating violence against women.

The case of Nora Edström's ten-kilo cyst, dismissed as psychological causes for years, has now become a political issue. Liberal politician Willhelm Sundman demands an end to psychologizing young women's symptoms in healthcare. Nerikes Allehanda reports on the event.

January 28, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

The CDU Women's Union has submitted a motion to ban the burka and niqab in public spaces ahead of the party congress. Coalition partner SPD opposes it, warning against patronizing women. The debate revives old controversies over women's rights and freedoms.

The Federal Public Prosecutor's Office has opened an inquiry into the alleged omission by the São Paulo state government regarding the rise in feminicides and gender-based violence. The action highlights the record number of cases in the capital in 2025 and budget cuts to women's protection policies. An emblematic case involved Tainara Souza Santos, who lost her legs after being dragged by her ex-partner.

December 05, 2025 በAI የተዘገበ

Two Folha columnists debate whether easing access to pepper spray and tasers aids women's self-defense against violence in São Paulo. A deputy supports a bill to regulate sales, while a lawyer argues it fails to address root causes. The discussion comes amid rising femicides in the state.