# Brazilian legislative election endorsements > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/brazilian-legislative-election-endorsements > Updated: 2026-09-22T21:37:12.000Z. Sources: 58. Developments: 2. Political candidates and parties in Brazil continue to shape their strategies for the 2026 elections through endorsements, party expansion, and legal challenges. In Acre, former minister Aldo Rebelo has endorsed Pedro Longo’s bid for the Chamber of Deputies, highlighting Longo’s focus on the economic development of the Amazon through agriculture and livestock. Rebelo has also extended support to Afonso Fernandes, citing his defense of regional industries against international NGOs. In Goiás, the political landscape has shifted as federal deputy Jeferson Rodrigues withdrew his re-election bid to support Felipe Cecílio’s campaign. Additionally, PSB leaders Tales de Castro and Elias Vaz have declared support for Governor Daniel Vilela’s reelection, despite their national alignment with President Lula. Strategic party investments remain a key factor. The Novo party is moving forward with plans to triple its candidate count and invest over R$ 70 million. This marks the first general election where the party will utilize public resources, such as the Party Fund and free television advertising. However, in Mato Grosso, a financial impasse regarding the transfer of electoral funds has created tension within the alliance between Novo and the Liberal Party (PL). In Ceará, candidates Ciro Gomes and Elmano de Freitas are employing distinct strategies, with Elmano leveraging Lula’s popularity and Ciro building a multi-party alliance. Meanwhile, street campaigns are intensifying in states like Rondônia and Maranhão. Legal and ethical scrutiny persists, including investigations in Santa Catarina and ongoing legal contests for candidates like Júlio Cezar in Alagoas. ## Claims - The first round of elections is scheduled for October 4, 2026. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The second round of elections is scheduled for October 25, 2026. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Amapá has five registered candidates for governor in the 2026 elections. (corroborated by 2 sources) - There are 577,534 eligible voters in Amapá. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Pará has six candidates running for governor in the 2026 elections. (corroborated by 2 sources) - There are 6,265,355 eligible voters in Pará. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Aldo Rebelo endorsed Pedro Longo for federal deputy in the 2026 elections. (single source) - Rebelo highlighted Longo's work in defending rural production and economic development in Acre. (single source) - Felipe Cecílio received endorsements from Jovair Arantes, Henrique Arantes, and Léo José. (single source) - Henrique Arantes withdrew his candidacy for the Chamber of Deputies to support Felipe Cecílio. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-22: Brazil 2026 elections: Regional endorsements and party strategies intensify Brazilian political activity intensifies ahead of the 2026 elections, marked by strategic endorsements in Acre, shifting alliances in Goiás, and major campaign investments by the Novo party. 58 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/political-endorsements-shift-in-acre-and-gois ### 2026-09-05: Political candidates gain endorsements in Piauí and Goiás Brazilian political candidates Diana Carvalho and Willian Panda are gaining momentum through key endorsements in Piauí and Goiás for their respective legislative campaigns. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/political-candidates-gain-endorsements-in-piau-and-gois --- Cite as: Brazilian legislative election endorsements. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/brazilian-legislative-election-endorsements