# Distrito Federal electoral political disputes > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/distrito-federal-electoral-political-disputes > Updated: 2026-09-11T01:37:32.000Z. Sources: 54. Developments: 4. Political tensions in the Distrito Federal have transitioned into active polling for the 2026 election cycle. Governor Celina Leão, running for reelection, continues to lead various polls. An AtlasIntel survey places her at 30.7%, closely followed by Leandro Grass at 29%, a margin within the error range. Leão’s campaign emphasizes her management record, specifically the de-mobilization of 380 homeless population points out of approximately 450 identified, and the planned construction of seven new Emergency Care Units (UPAs), with five expected to be built this year. She also remains focused on defending the Federal District’s Constitutional Fund through legal action at the Supreme Federal Court to prevent a projected loss of R$ 1.8 billion by 2027. A significant legal development has altered the electoral landscape: the Regional Electoral Court (TRE-DF) unanimously rejected the candidacy of former governor José Roberto Arruda. The court ruled that his previous convictions for administrative improbity prevent him from running under the ‘Ficha Limpa’ law, rendering him ineligible until 2030. Despite this, Arruda has continued active campaigning in regions like Paranoá, Itapoã, and Ceilândia, stating he has no “plan B” and intends to appeal to the Superior Electoral Court (TSE). During recent electoral debates, Arruda has expanded his platform to include significant transportation reforms. His proposals include the creation of a ‘faixa azul’ (blue lane) for motorcycles to reduce accidents, establishing support points for app-based drivers, and implementing new bidding processes for bus services. His infrastructure plan also features a new highway, a ring road for truck traffic, and the expansion of rail transport through public-private partnerships to build four new metro lines. ## Claims - The Regional Electoral Court of the Federal District unanimously rejected José Roberto Arruda's candidacy for governor. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The court ruled that Arruda's seven convictions for administrative improbity do not allow for a unified period of ineligibility. (corroborated by 6 sources) - In a poll for the Federal District, Celina Leão leads with 30.7% and Leandro Grass follows with 29%. (corroborated by 2 sources) - José Roberto Arruda announced he will appeal the decision to the Superior Electoral Court (TSE). (corroborated by 2 sources) - Celina Leão aims to act with courage, determination, and sensitivity. (single source) - The government intends to achieve a R$ 3 billion surplus by the end of 2026. (single source) - Out of approximately 450 identified points of homeless populations in the Federal District, 380 have been demobilized. (single source) - The administration plans to build seven new Urgent Care Units (UPAs), with five expected to be delivered this year. (single source) - Fiscal adjustments include contract reviews, cost reductions, and three decrees for expense containment. (single source) - The Federal District government filed an Unconstitutionality Action in the Supreme Federal Court against changes to the Constitutional Fund. (single source) - The impact of the new legislation on the Constitutional Fund could reach R$ 1.8 billion in 2027. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: José Roberto Arruda proposes motorcycle lanes and transit reforms in Distrito Federal Distrito Federal candidate José Roberto Arruda proposed creating dedicated motorcycle lanes, new bus bidding processes, and expanding metro and rail services through public-private partnerships. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jos-roberto-arruda-proposes-motorcycle-lanes-and-transit-reforms-in-distrito-federal ### 2026-09-06: José Roberto Arruda continues campaign after TRE-DF denies candidacy Former Governor José Roberto Arruda continues his campaign in the Federal District despite the TRE-DF denying his candidacy due to administrative improbity convictions; he plans to appeal to the TSE. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jos-roberto-arruda-continues-campaign-after-tre-df-denies-candidacy ### 2026-09-02: José Roberto Arruda's candidacy for DF governor rejected by TRE-DF The TRE-DF has unanimously rejected José Roberto Arruda's candidacy for the Federal District governorship due to administrative improbity convictions, barring him from running until 2030. 53 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/celina-leo-outlines-management-and-fiscal-goals-in-df-debate ### 2026-08-10: Glaucia Arruda criticizes Governor Celina Leão over debate remarks Avante candidate Glaucia Arruda criticized Governor Celina Leão for minimizing her time in office during an electoral debate, calling for accountability regarding the administration's four-year tenure. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/glaucia-arruda-criticizes-governor-celina-leo-over-debate-remarks --- Cite as: Distrito Federal electoral political disputes. 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