Ministers
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has formalized the dismissal of ministers leaving posts to run in October elections. The changes appeared in the Official Gazette on March 31 and April 1. At least 20 of the 38 ministers are set to step down by Saturday.
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During a ministerial meeting on Tuesday (March 31), Casa Civil Minister Rui Costa publicly questioned government communication efforts aimed at Secom head Sidônio Palmeira. The exchange caused awkwardness, with an intervention from Guilherme Boulos. Palmeira countered by citing challenges from the previous administration's legacy.