Priscila Costa backed as possible vice‑presidential candidate for Flávio Bolsonaro

Bishop Robson Rodovalho, a close ally of former President Jair Bolsonaro, publicly defended congresswoman Priscila Costa as a potential vice‑presidential pick on a future ticket led by Senator Flávio Bolsonaro for the 2026 election. Rodovalho said that overlooking Costa would ignore the electoral strength of Brazil’s Northeast, adding that a female Northeastern representative would enhance the ticket’s appeal. He acknowledged deputy Júlia Zanatta but argued the strategic importance of the region and gender balance outweighs a simple name swap. Flávio Bolsonaro has reportedly signaled a preference for a woman from the Northeast as his running mate, and Costa, a prominent PL lawmaker from Ceará, is highlighted as a leading figure in the bolsonarist camp. The endorsement signals a shift in the right‑wing coalition’s strategy toward greater regional inclusion and gender representation ahead of the next presidential race.