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Tarcísio de Freitas and Fernando Haddad face off in São Paulo gubernatorial debate

Tarcísio de Freitas and Fernando Haddad participated in the first debate for the São Paulo governorship, hosted by Band. The candidates engaged in heated exchanges regarding public security, privatization, and healthcare. Haddad criticized the state's elective surgery rate, noting it is significantly below the national average, while Tarcísio defended his administration by claiming the expansion of 8,400 hospital beds and 14 new hospitals.

In addition to policy disputes, the event was marked by a physical altercation in the press area. A GloboNews cameraman allegedly struck a reporter from Brasil de Fato with a headbutt during a dispute over camera space. Globo subsequently terminated the contract of the temporary professional involved, stating that the company repudiates all forms of violence.

Polling data indicates Tarcísio de Freitas holds a lead in voter intentions for the first round. Recent surveys suggest his administration maintains a generally positive approval rating among the electorate.

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Band · Brasil de Fato · Brazil · Donald Trump · Fernando Haddad · GloboNews · Guilherme Boulos · INPE · Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva · Lula · MTST · Republicanos

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