# Maranhão state elections and political leadership

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/maranho-state-elections-and-political-leadership
> Updated: 2026-10-06T21:14:25.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2.

As the first round of elections in Maranhão approached, gubernatorial candidates Eduardo Braide (PSD), Orleans Brandão (MDB), and André Luís (Missão) intensified their campaigns through mayoral endorsements and focuses on social welfare and economic incentives. Legislative candidates also mobilized across the state, including Júlio Filho (PL), Severo Eulálio, and Júnior Vieira (PSD).

Following the elections, several political figures secured positions. State deputy Neto Evangelista was re-elected to a fifth term and signaled potential interest in the 2028 São Luís mayoralty. Additionally, re-elected state deputy Catulé Júnior announced his intention to run for the presidency of the Legislative Assembly of Maranhão, stating a goal to lead an independent legislature through broad coalitions.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-06: Maranhão politicians secure re-election and announce leadership bids

State deputy Neto Evangelista has secured a fifth consecutive term in Maranhão, while Catulé Júnior has announced his candidacy for the presidency of the state's Legislative Assembly.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maranho-politicians-secure-re-election-and-announce-leadership-bids

### 2026-09-28: Maranhão candidates intensify campaigns for governor and legislature

Political candidates in Maranhão are intensifying their campaigns for governor and state assembly through regional meetings, endorsements, and public mobilizations ahead of the first round of elections.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-legislative-candidates-intensify-regional-campaign-efforts

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