Davi Alcolumbre expected to delay STF impeachment proceedings

Senate President Davi Alcolumbre is expected to delay decisions regarding impeachment proceedings against Supreme Federal Court (STF) ministers until after the 2026 elections. Allies suggest Alcolumbre aims to avoid institutional confrontation with the Court while awaiting the results of the next elections, which will determine the Senate's future composition and leadership.

Pressure from pro-Bolsonaro factions to remove ministers, including Alexandre de Moraes, has increased. Some senators view the potential impeachment of Moraes as a bargaining chip to secure votes for Alcolumbre’s reelection as Senate President. Additionally, discussions have surfaced regarding potential proceedings against Minister André Mendonça.

The political tension follows recent judicial actions, including Minister Mendonça’s decision to preventively remove the Director-General of the Federal Police, Andrei Rodrigues, and the Director of Police Intelligence, Leandro Almada, pending investigations into their conduct.