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Rio de Janeiro political campaign

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In mid‑July 2026, Rio mayor Eduardo Paes endorsed Adilson Pires’s pre‑candidacy for the state deputy legislature, presenting the launch as part of a broader effort to create a unified bloc in the Assembly that could back President Lula’s agenda and attract federal investments to Rio’s municipalities. By early August, Paes, now positioning himself as a pre‑candidate for the Rio state governorship, shifted the focus to a development narrative. Speaking at the 213th anniversary ceremony of Macaé, Paes argued that the state should mirror that city’s development path. He highlighted Macaé’s use of oil‑royalty revenues, policy continuity across administrations, and its role as a strategic hub for projects like a proposed national fertilizer plant, suggesting the city could serve as a “locomotive” for Rio’s future growth. In mid-August, Paes’s gubernatorial bid gained significant political momentum when Senator Romário officially left the Liberal Party (PL) to support him. Romário, who had been with the PL for five years, stated his decision was intended to prioritize the interests of Rio de Janeiro, noting that while he and Paes may not agree on all positions, Paes possesses the “best conditions to govern the state.” Romário noted his departure was the result of “deep reflection” aimed at acting with “greater freedom and coherence.” Following his ~~departure,~~ exit, Romário remains without a political party ~~affiliation.~~ affiliation and intends to focus on his Senate mandate through 2030. His ~~exit also~~ departure shifts the landscape for the PL, which ~~will now field~~ has nominated Douglas Ruas—a candidate supported by Flávio Bolsonaro—as its candidate for the Rio de Janeiro governorship. Recent research by Vetor Arrow indicates Paes leads spontaneous voting intentions at 28.9%, while Ruas holds 6.2%.

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