2026 Elections

Brazilian Governor Ronaldo Caiado announced as PSD pre-candidate for 2026 presidency amid mixed party reactions.

PSD names Ronaldo Caiado as presidential pre-candidate

March 30, 2026 Iniulat ng AI Larawang ginawa ng AI

Brazil's PSD party officially named Goiás Governor Ronaldo Caiado as its pre-candidate for the 2026 presidential election on Monday (30), following Ratinho Junior's withdrawal. Caiado pledged broad amnesty for those involved in the January 8 events to pacify the country. The decision drew mixed reactions from party leaders.

Flávio Bolsonaro's team criticizes jingle against centrão at RN event

Supporters of Flávio Bolsonaro (PL-RJ) sang a jingle criticizing the centrão at an event in Natal (RN) on Saturday (21). The senator's team repudiated the lyrics on Monday (23), stating they did not receive prior approval and disrespect important parties. The incident unfolds amid 'Zero Um's' pre-campaign for the 2026 presidency.

PSD keeps presidential candidate timeline despite Ratinho Jr.'s withdrawal

March 23, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Paraná Governor Ratinho Júnior (PSD) announced on Monday (March 23) that he is withdrawing from the 2026 presidential race and will complete his state term. PSD national president Gilberto Kassab stated the party will select its candidate by month's end, between Governors Eduardo Leite (RS) and Ronaldo Caiado (GO). The decision surprised Kassab but does not change the third-way plan.

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Allies visit Bolsonaro in Papudinha seeking support for elections

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Electoral court bans Helder's deputy from using hats with her name

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PL negotiates affiliation of PSD leader in São Paulo assembly

João Campos defends Alckmin's continuation as Lula's running mate

PSB president and Recife mayor João Campos reaffirmed to Lula the party's desire to keep Geraldo Alckmin as vice-presidential candidate in the October election. Lula is considering offering the position to the MDB to broaden the alliance. The move aims to isolate likely opponent Flávio Bolsonaro.

Flávio's allies see Tarcísio's attack on Bolsonaro supporters through dismissals

February 04, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

The dismissal of allies of former Security Secretary Guilherme Derrite has sparked tension between Bolsonaro supporters and São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas. Flávio Bolsonaro's allies view the firings as a break and betrayal. At least 14 people linked to Derrite were removed by direct order from the governor.

Bolsonaro allies clash over Papudinha transfer and 2026 race

Following Jair Bolsonaro's transfer to Brasília's Papudinha facility, tensions erupted among his supporters over the 2026 elections, with public spats between backers of Flávio Bolsonaro and São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas. Tarcísio confirmed efforts for house arrest, but the move fueled clan divisions as allies push for candidacies.

Lula preaches unity between left and right in beach video

January 11, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Two days after vetoing a bill that would reduce penalties for January 8 golpists, President Lula released a video preaching unity between opposing political currents. Recorded during a vacation in Restinga da Marambaia, Rio de Janeiro, the material was shared by First Lady Janja and uses a sea waves metaphor to combat ideological prejudices.

March 18, 2026 16:49