Federal police carried out search warrants on Thursday (7) at addresses linked to Senator Ciro Nogueira (PP-PI), president of the PP party, as part of Operation Compliance Zero. The action investigates suspicions of corruption and money laundering tied to Banco Master and former banker Daniel Vorcaro.
Investigators indicate that Nogueira allegedly received up to 500,000 reais per month from Vorcaro, plus paid trips and accommodations. He is also said to have introduced a Senate amendment to expand coverage by the Credit Guarantee Fund.
São Paulo city councilor Janaína Paschoal, from the PP, called for Nogueira to step down as national party president. She suggested Senator Tereza Cristina take over the role temporarily.
President Lula, during a visit to the United States, said he hopes all those under investigation are innocent. He avoided naming the senator.
PP secretary-general Aldo Rosa defended Nogueira's right to full legal defense. The senator's lawyer, Kakay, denied any wrongdoing in his parliamentary conduct.
