Fábio Rueda launches pre‑candidacy for federal deputy in Acre

On Saturday, 20 October, cardiovascular surgeon Fábio Rueda officially launched his pre‑candidacy for Brazil's Chamber of Deputies at Rancho Zanoni in Rio Branco, Acre. The event gathered thousands of supporters, political leaders and community representatives from across the state, including caravans from municipalities such as Sena Madureira, Tarauacá, Cruzeiro do Sul, Rodrigues Alves, Manoel Urbano and Bujari.

Governor Mailza Assis (PP), Senator Márcio Bittar (PL) and Union Brasil national president Antonio Rueda arrived on motorcycles, creating a motor‑bike procession that highlighted the rally's enthusiasm. In his speech, Rueda emphasized his decade‑long work in Acre's health sector, stating, “Cheguei ao Acre em 2010 sem qualquer pretensão política. Sou médico, cirurgião cardíaco…”. He pledged to bring his medical experience to the national legislature, focusing on health, development and opportunities for Acreans. The governor praised his service, noting, “Fábio já cuida das pessoas por meio da medicina…”.