André Mendonça

2026 Brazilian presidential runoff underway

75 clusters · 2495 sources · last updated about 3 hours ago

Latest: Eduardo Bolsonaro expresses confidence in Flávio Bolsonaro's presidential run

As of October 25, 2026, Brazil is conducting a presidential runoff election between incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro. The race remains a technical tie following a first round whe

Brazilian religious disinformation and judicial dispute

8 clusters · 128 sources · last updated about 4 hours ago

Latest: Bolsonaro allies utilize spiritual warfare rhetoric in campaign

The disinformation campaign regarding the religious figure Nossa Senhora Aparecida has expanded into direct accusations against religious institutions. Flávio Bolsonaro, a presidential candidate for the PL party, accused

Brazil 2026 general elections: preparations and oversight

51 clusters · 724 sources · last updated about 5 hours ago

Latest: Brazil's e-Título app available for second-round voters

As Brazil conducts the second round of its 2026 general elections, technical and logistical preparations have reached their final stages. To address high abstention rates in remote areas, Superior Electoral Court (TSE) P

Brazilian electoral courts broaden digital and campaign-rule

48 clusters · 369 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: Brazil's TSE limits social media reach for Nikolas Ferreira and Pablo Marçal

Since the October 2026 TSE order, Brazil’s electoral judiciary has expanded its digital monitoring and enforcement. The Mato Grosso Regional Electoral Court (TRE-MT) upheld a 24-hour takedown order against pre-candidate

Brazil 2026 election: Lula family under legal scrutiny

300 clusters · 1161 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Brazilian lawmaker seeks hearing on Roberta Luchsinger allegations

The 2026 Brazilian presidential race has intensified as legal investigations into President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s son, Fábio Luís ‘Lulinha’ da Silva, deepen. Federal Police are investigating suspected influence ped

Brazil tightens platform liability, election safeguards

45 clusters · 310 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Brazil reports surge in political violence during election period

Since late May 2026, President Lula has expanded ANPD powers and imposed a two-hour removal duty on large platforms for illegal content. In preparation for the October elections, the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) implem

Vorcaro probe expands to political and media influence

127 clusters · 655 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Daniel Vorcaro: Investigations reveal luxury spending and media influence

The investigation into Banco Master founder Daniel Vorcaro, known as Operation Compliance Zero, has expanded to include allegations of political maneuvering, media manipulation, and irregular financing. Following the Cen

Brazil Bolsa Família: 2026 Benefit Increases and Policy Refi

30 clusters · 293 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Brazil implements social program adjustments and benefit protections

The October 2026 payment cycle for Brazil’s Bolsa Família program implements a 15.04% benefit increase, raising the minimum monthly benefit from R$ 600 to R$ 691. This adjustment, based on accumulated INPC inflation, bri

Brazilian Federal Police leadership dispute

4 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Brazil Federal Police investigate election crimes and leadership leaks

The Prosecutor General of the Republic (PGR), Paulo Gonet, has petitioned the Supreme Federal Court (STF) to overturn the removal of Federal Police Director-General Andrei Rodrigues and Intelligence Director Leandro Alma

Investigations into Flávio Bolsonaro and Election Tensions

12 clusters · 292 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Flávio Bolsonaro faces Federal Police investigation into alleged money laundering

Senator Flávio Bolsonaro continues to face legal investigations regarding financial irregularities and allegations of illegal foreign funding. A new inquiry referred to the Supreme Federal Court (STF) by the Federal Poli

Brazil election integrity and judicial reform debate

30 clusters · 200 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Brazilian Supreme Court ministers face political pressure

The debate over judicial reform and the Supreme Federal Court (STF) has intensified following the first round of the 2026 presidential election. With Flávio Bolsonaro leading at 47.03%, the upcoming transition is expecte

Brazilian Supreme Federal Court economic rulings

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Brazil Supreme Court maintains R$ 600 existential minimum

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) has issued significant rulings regarding economic protections and legal access. In one decision concerning labor processes, the court redefined criteria for granting legal aid. I

Brazil: ‘Dark Horse’ film probe expands via plea deals

81 clusters · 475 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Federal Police extend investigation into 'Dark Horse' film financing

The investigation into the financing of the biopic ‘Dark Horse’ has expanded into a complex probe involving allegations of money laundering, corruption, embezzlement, and foreign exchange evasion. While the production co

Elmano de Freitas reelected governor of Ceará

30 clusters · 139 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Ciro Gomes coalition seeks annulment of Elmano de Freitas election

The 2026 gubernatorial race in Ceará concluded with the reelection of incumbent Elmano de Freitas (PT) in the first round, securing approximately 53.19% of the valid votes against Ciro Gomes (PSDB), who received approxim

Brazil STF crisis deepens amid corruption probes and infight

26 clusters · 524 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Brazil's STF rules on SUS payments and judicial deposits

The institutional crisis within Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court (STF) has intensified as internal divisions deepen over investigations into Banco Master and disputes over federal leadership. The court remains split regard

Brazil mental‑health and workplace regulation

89 clusters · 344 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Brazil: Leadership training identified as main obstacle for NR-1 compliance

In May 2026, Brazil intensified its public‑policy focus on mental health by revising Regulatory Standard 1 (NR‑1), obligating employers to identify, assess, and control psychosocial risks such as excessive workload and h

TSE postpones ruling on Dallagnol's Senate candidacy

7 clusters · 247 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Deltan Dallagnol Senate candidacy judgment postponed by TSE

The Superior Electoral Court (TSE) has postponed its judgment regarding the validity of Deltan Dallagnol’s Senate candidacy in Paraná, with no new date for the ruling yet determined. Dallagnol, a former prosecutor from

Tarcísio de Freitas re-elected Governor of São Paulo

59 clusters · 369 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Brazil election results: Tarcísio de Freitas reelected in São Paulo

Tarcísio de Freitas (Republicanos) secured re-election as Governor of São Paulo in the first round of the 2026 elections, receiving approximately 62.8% of valid votes and defeating challenger Fernando Haddad (PT), who ga

Brazil's Liberal Party targets STF ministers and judicial改革

4 clusters · 119 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Brazil Congress shifts conservative as PL targets STF ministers

Following the 2026 elections, the Liberal Party (PL) has signaled a rejection of potential political compromises with the Supreme Federal Court (STF), opting instead for direct confrontation. The party, which will hold a

Brazil 2026 Presidential Runoff: Bolsonaro vs. Lula

11 clusters · 143 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Romeu Zema investigated for using cell phone in voting booth

Following the first round of the 2026 presidential election, Flávio Bolsonaro (PL) and incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) are set to face each other in a second-round runoff on October 25. Bolsonaro led the first r

TSE challenge to Cícero Lucena candidacy

2 clusters · 80 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Jamilson Name reelection candidacy denied by Brazil's TSE

The Superior Electoral Court (TSE) has established a majority to reject Cícero Lucena’s (MDB) candidacy for the governorship of Paraíba in the 2026 elections. Four ministers—Ricardo Villas Bôas Cueva, Dias Toffoli, Flori

Brazil institutional and constitutional crisis

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Brazil's Supreme Court faces internal crisis amid ministerial disputes

Brazil is experiencing a period of significant institutional and constitutional instability, characterized by a breakdown in the relationship between the country’s constituent powers. The Executive branch is described as

MPF Council maintains Gonet in Banco Master probes

5 clusters · 146 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: STF Justices clash over social media posts regarding Nossa Senhora Aparecida

The Superior Council of the Federal Public Ministry (CSMPF) has reached a final decision to maintain Prosecutor General Paulo Gonet in charge of investigations involving Banco Master. This follows a request by the Novo P

Juazeiro do Norte urban planning investigation

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Brazil judicial updates: TSE orders re-examination of Iguatu electoral case

The Public Ministry of Ceará (MPCE) has launched a Preparatory Procedure to investigate potential irregularities regarding amendments made by the Juazeiro do Norte City Council to the new Master Plan and the Land Use and