Michelle Bolsonaro pulls back from Flávio Bolsonaro's campaign

Former first lady Michelle Bolsonaro announced she will not take part in Senator Flávio Bolsonaro’s pre‑campaign, emphasizing that her support is now focused on her husband Jair Bolsonaro. She told reporters, “At the right moment, certainly. Right now the one who needs support and care is my husband.”

Michelle said she feels sidelined after not being consulted on Flávio’s candidacy and the alliance with Tarcísio de Freitas. She has also demanded a public apology from the Bolsonaro sons before re‑joining the campaign, a condition that has yet to be met. The split highlights growing tensions within the Bolsonaro family and raises concerns of fragmentation among the right‑wing base ahead of the upcoming elections.

Analysts note that Michelle’s withdrawal could diminish votes that the family bloc traditionally secures, while also exposing internal disputes that may affect the Liberal Party’s election strategy.