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JHC enters Alagoas gubernatorial race amid shifting political alliances
Political dynamics in Alagoas are shifting as JHC, the former mayor of Maceió, prepares for a run for the state governorship in 2026 under the PSDB banner. JHC, a former federal deputy, resigned from his mayoral position in April 2026 to pursue this candidacy.
Internal tensions are emerging within the state's political alliances. Vice-governor Ronaldo Lessa, who had previously aligned himself with JHC, is reportedly facing political isolation and is seeking to rebuild ties with Governor Paulo Dantas. Sources suggest Lessa may break away from the JHC group in the coming days as the PDT party discusses its future relationship with JHC.
Amidst these political developments, JHC recently participated in the ‘Corrida 100% Você’ in Maceió alongside Arthur Lira. The event, held during the Alagoas Political Emancipation holiday, featured hundreds of runners and was intended to celebrate sports and local development.
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Alagoas · Arthur Lira · JHC · Maceió · PP · Paulo Dantas · Ronaldo Lessa
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The race featured 5 km and 10 km courses, including a category for people with disabilities (PCD).
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Arthur Lira stated that celebrating the Emancipation of Alagoas through sports with JHC and hundreds of people is a great joy.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The event publicly reinforced the political alliance between Arthur Lira and JHC for the Senate and State Government races.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Singer Bell Marques performed at the event following the race.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Arthur Lira and JHC participated in a sporting event in Jaraguá, Maceió, to mark the Political Emancipation of Alagoas.