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Criminal investigations and 2026 Rio gubernatorial race

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Legal and investigative actions in Rio de Janeiro continue to target organized crime, administrative corruption, and embezzlement. Recent judicial developments include the sentencing of former municipal treasurer Matheus Borges de Oliveira to over eight years in prison for embezzling R$ 13 million, and the indictment of former state deputy Thiego Raimundo de Oliveira Santos, known as ‘TH Joias’, for allegedly using political influence to assist the Comando Vermelho criminal organization. Parallel to these criminal proceedings, the Rio de Janeiro Public Ministry is investigating the state government regarding a significant surge in commissioned positions. Between January 2023 and March 2026, the number of such roles rose by 46%, with monthly payroll expenses increasing 87% from R$ 53.7 million to R$ 100.36 million. Investigators are examining whether the creation of these roles, some of which reportedly carry salaries below the minimum wage, constitutes administrative irregularities. As the 2026 gubernatorial elections approach, political tensions are rising. In a recent TV Globo the final televised debate, candidates clashed over public security, transportation, education, and political alliances, with alliances. Douglas Ruas criticizing criticized Eduardo Paes over unfulfilled promises regarding Metro Line 3. 3, while Paes questioned Ruas’s record as a state secretary. Polling indicates Paes maintains a lead; strong lead. Datafolha reports him at 42% against Ruas at 31%. In 31%, with a simulated second round by showing Paes securing 52% to Ruas’s 38%. Real Time Big Data, Data results align with this trend, showing Paes holds 41% to Ruas’s 36%. leading in both first-round and second-round simulations, including scenarios involving Anthony Garotinho.

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  1. 2026-10-01 23:55 UTC Criminal investigations and 2026 Rio gubernatorial race
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  4. 2026-10-01 19:03 UTC Criminal and corruption investigations in Rio de Janeiro
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