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São Paulo 2026: De Freitas leads amid funding and legal rows

Overview

The São Paulo gubernatorial race remains centered on polling leads for Tarcísio de Freitas and intensifying allegations of corruption. Fernando Haddad has escalated attacks, accusing de Freitas of receiving R$ 2 million from Banco Master during the 2022 election. Haddad specifically cited a donation from Fabiano Zettel, brother-in-law of investigated businessman Daniel Vorcaro, characterizing the bank’s connections as a ‘mafia’ formed during the Bolsonaro administration.

Haddad has also attacked the administration’s fiscal management, alleging state cash reserves plummeted from R$ 22 billion to R$ 5 billion, contributing to a budget deficit. He further cited declining education rankings and increased wait times in the Unified Health System (SUS) as signs of mismanagement. De Freitas has dismissed the funding claims as ‘ridiculous,’ maintaining that state credit services were established before his mandate.

Expanding his critique to the judiciary, de Freitas has criticized the Supreme Federal Court (STF) for conflicting decisions regarding the leadership of the Federal Police. He argued these judicial inconsistencies create legal insecurity, suggesting the upcoming election could become a ‘plebiscite on legal security.’

Additionally, de Freitas’s campaign faces scrutiny regarding his claims about the end of ‘Cracolândia,’ with critics arguing government actions have merely dispersed drug users across the city rather than resolving the issue. Meanwhile, de Freitas expressed support for investigations into the film ‘Dark Horse,’ a project about former President Jair Bolsonaro, emphasizing the need for transparency.

Entities

Tarcísio de Freitas · Fernando Haddad · São Paulo · Flávio Bolsonaro · Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

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Timeline

  1. 6 days ago

    [POLITICS] 13 sources
    Fernando Haddad accuses Tarcísio de Freitas of receiving Banco Master funds

    São Paulo gubernatorial candidate Fernando Haddad accused Governor Tarcísio de Freitas of receiving illegal campaign funds from Banco Master and criticized the state's declining fiscal health and public sectors

  2. 10 days ago

    [POLITICS] 19 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas leads São Paulo reelection polls amid bribery allegations

    São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas leads reelection polls with 51.1% against Fernando Haddad's 39.9%. He has also defended Sabesp privatization and denied bribery allegations linked to Daniel Vorcaro.

  3. 11 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas receives R$ 500,000 individual campaign donations

    São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas has received individual campaign donations of up to R$ 500,000, significantly outpacing the largest individual contributions to Fernando Haddad.

  4. 12 days ago

    [POLITICS] 8 sources
    Fernando Haddad outlines security and fiscal proposals for São Paulo

    São Paulo gubernatorial candidate Fernando Haddad proposes creating an anti-faction agency, cutting public costs by 20%, and reviewing major privatization contracts while criticizing Tarcísio de Freitas.

  5. 14 days ago

    [POLITICS] 7 sources
    Fernando Haddad addresses ‘TarLula’ voting trend in São Paulo

    Fernando Haddad claims the ‘TarLula’ voting trend in São Paulo reflects a desire to avoid Flávio Bolsonaro rather than a direct preference for Tarcísio de Freitas.

  6. 16 days ago

    [POLITICS] 23 sources
    São Paulo gubernatorial candidates clash in electoral debut

    São Paulo's gubernatorial candidates Tarcísio de Freitas and Fernando Haddad have debuted their electoral propaganda, clashing over security, infrastructure, and management efficacy.

  7. 18 days ago

    [POLITICS] 43 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas leads São Paulo gubernatorial polls

    Polling shows Tarcísio de Freitas leading the São Paulo gubernatorial race over Fernando Haddad. Haddad proposes reviewing state contracts but rejects re-nationalizing Sabesp.

  8. 22 days ago

    [POLITICS] 32 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas leads São Paulo gubernatorial race in Datafolha poll

    Datafolha polls show Tarcísio de Freitas leading the São Paulo gubernatorial race with 45% against Fernando Haddad's 27%. De Freitas would win a second round with 54% to 35%.

  9. 24 days ago

    [POLITICS] 36 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas leads São Paulo gubernatorial polls amid infrastructure debates

    Tarcísio de Freitas leads the São Paulo gubernatorial race with 50% of voting intentions, ahead of Fernando Haddad (33.8%). Debates focus on Sabesp privatization, infrastructure, and future political ambitions.

  10. 26 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    São Paulo 2026 election poll shows Tarcísio de Freitas and Marina Silva leading

    A Vox Brasil poll for the 2026 São Paulo elections shows Tarcísio de Freitas leading the governorship race, while Marina Silva and Simone Tebet lead the contest for Senate seats.

  11. 27 days ago

    [POLITICS] 17 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas launches São Paulo reelection campaign

    Governor Tarcísio de Freitas launched his São Paulo reelection campaign in Osasco, focusing on women's rights, digital government, and metropolitan security to counter opponent Fernando Haddad.

  12. 30 days ago

    [POLITICS] 18 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas manages re-election and state policy in São Paulo

    São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas manages his re-election campaign, secures R$ 5.4 billion in federal loan guarantees, and addresses industrial tax benefits and state infrastructure issues.

  13. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 29 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas and Fernando Haddad clash in São Paulo election debates

    Candidates Tarcísio de Freitas and Fernando Haddad face off in a series of debates and interviews for the São Paulo governorship, focusing on security, privatization, and economic tax benefits.

  14. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas secures support from 38 São Paulo metropolitan mayors

    Governor Tarcísio de Freitas secured support from 38 mayors in the São Paulo Metropolitan Region and appointed Diogo Soares to coordinate his reelection campaign efforts in the area.

  15. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 8 sources
    Brazilian political campaigns intensify in Bahia and São Paulo

    Brazilian political campaigns intensify as Jerônimo Rodrigues targets ACM Neto with old footage of Lula attacks, and Fernando Haddad clashes with Tarcísio de Freitas over crime allegations in São Paulo.

  16. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 11 sources
    Fernando Haddad reshapes São Paulo campaign amid vice‑candidate controversy and policy push

    Fernando Haddad criticises Flávio Bolsonaro’s vice pick, calls for transparency on Lulinha probes, and unveils a São Paulo plan modeled on federal and European policies, while softening attacks on Governor Tarc

  17. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 20 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas launches re‑election bid for São Paulo governorship

    Tarcísio de Freitas was nominated by Republicanos on 1 Aug 2026 for São Paulo governor re‑election, with Felício Ramuth as VP, a 12‑party coalition, Flávio Bolsonaro present, support for Otaviano Pivetta, and a

  18. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 34 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas Leads São Paulo Governor Race with Broad Party Alliance and Soninha Francine Senate Nomination

    Tarcísio de Freitas leads the São Paulo governor race, backed by a coalition controlling over 60 % of municipalities; PSDB‑Cidadania backs his re‑election and Senate nominee Soninha Francine, who polls at 4.8 %

  19. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Fernando Haddad officially named São Paulo governor candidate

    Fernando Haddad was officially nominated by the PT as São Paulo governor candidate, with Lula and Alckmin present, and he attacked rivals while defending Brazil’s electronic voting system.

  20. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 51 sources
    Fernando Haddad declared PT’s São Paulo governor candidate

    PT’s July 25 convention in Campinas named Fernando Haddad for São Paulo governor, with Márcio França as running mate, Lula’s attendance, a “Desperta SP” slogan, and warnings against foreign election meddling.

  21. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas Faces Opposition Criticism Over Education, Police Pay and Privatizations

    São Paulo officials Luna Zarattini and Fernando Haddad criticize Governor Tarcísio de Freitas over education failures, low police pay, and chaotic privatized rail and water services ahead of the 2026 election.

  22. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Fernando Haddad attacks São Paulo governor Tarcísio de Freitas and performs with Marina Silva

    Fernando Haddad denounced São Paulo governor Tarcísio de Freitas for regressions in public services and economic growth, then sang a Gilberto Gil song with Marina Silva during a campaign stop in São José do Rio

  23. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 8 sources
    Fernando Haddad attacks São Paulo Governor Tarcísio over US tariffs and security

    Fernando Haddad condemned Governor Tarcísio’s support for US tariffs and unveiled a security plan targeting organized crime, theft and gender‑based violence in São Paulo.

  24. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 9 sources
    São Paulo governor Tarcísio de Freitas faces PT campaign offensive

    PT leaders Lula and Haddad target Governor Tarcísio de Freitas in São Paulo’s interior, tying him to Trump tariffs and security issues while smaller parties seek to erode both major candidates ahead of the 2026

  25. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Fernando Haddad unveils security plan and attacks high Selic rate ahead of São Paulo campaign

    Fernando Haddad, PT pre‑candidate for São Paulo governor, will unveil a security plan targeting organized‑crime finances and vulnerable groups, while also denouncing the Central Bank’s 14.25% Selic rate as a f

  26. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Fernando Haddad calls Tarcísio de Freitas' attack on Tebet and Marina a free aggression

    Fernando Haddad denounced Governor Tarcísio de Freitas' criticism of Senate candidates Simone Tebet and Marina Silva as a free aggression, urging respectful debate amid a tight São Paulo race.

  27. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Fernando Haddad says São Paulo governors Doria and Tarcísio were only passing through

    Fernando Haddad says São Paulo’s governors Doria and Tarcísio were temporary, criticises the state's fiscal deficit and cites debt renegotiation and Sabesp sale that gave a R$13 bn boost.

  28. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas Secures R$615 million for São Caetano and Leads Party Pre‑Election Rally

    Governor Tarcísio de Freitas channels R$615 million into São Caetano projects and, with party leader Marcos Pereira, rallies Republicanos pre‑candidates ahead of elections.

  29. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 17 sources
    Governor Tarcísio de Freitas attacks Senate bids of Marina Silva and Simone Tebet

    Governor Tarcísio de Freitas criticized Marina Silva and Simone Tebet’s Senate bids in São Paulo, prompting accusations of double standards and sexism; Haddad condemned the remarks as aggression against women.

  30. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 7 sources
    Fernando Haddad to Launch São Paulo Governorship Campaign in Campinas

    PT will hold its São Paulo state convention in Campinas on 25 July, officially launching Fernando Haddad’s 2026 governor bid with Lula and Alckmin expected to attend; Haddad also warned of rising militia risks.

  31. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 20 sources
    Marina Silva and Simone Tebet top Datafolha poll for São Paulo Senate race

    Datafolha poll puts Marina Silva (18 %) and Simone Tebet (16 %) ahead in São Paulo’s 2026 Senate race; Lula faces a prosecutor’s claim of early‑campaign propaganda for backing them, while Governor Tarcísio de F

  32. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 25 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas tops São Paulo governor race poll at 46%

    Datafolha poll finds São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas leading with 46% support versus Haddad’s 30%; approval of his administration sits at 45%, and security and health are top voter concerns.

  33. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Fernando Haddad launches São Paulo governor campaign in Ribeirão Preto

    Fernando Haddad launched his São Paulo governor bid in Ribeirão Preto with Lula, then spoke at Unicamp about economic challenges and interior outreach.

  34. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 8 sources
    Fernando Haddad's Unicamp lecture disrupted by MBL protesters

    During a July 2, 2026 lecture at Unicamp, PT pre‑candidate Fernando Haddad was interrupted by MBL protesters who shouted, insulted and caused a brief physical clash; the university and PT condemned the incident

  35. 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas Faces Criticism Over Privatizations Amid Two‑Candidate Election

    Fernando Haddad criticises Governor Tarcísio de Freitas’ privatizations as São Paulo’s election narrows to two candidates, a rare scenario where a tie would favor the older Haddad.

  36. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Marina Silva and Simone Tebet confirmed as joint Senate candidates for São Paulo

    Marina Silva and Simone Tebet were confirmed as the PT‑PSB Senate ticket for São Paulo, highlighted for gender diversity and political unity ahead of the October elections.

  37. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas likely clinches São Paulo governorship in first round after rivals quit

    Incumbent Tarcísio de Freitas is set to win São Paulo’s governorship in the first round after centre‑right rivals Kim Kataguiri and Paulo Serra withdrew, boosting his poll lead to about 49 %.

  38. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    São Paulo politicians weigh candidacies for upcoming 2024 elections

    Rafael Demarchi eyes a federal seat while José Genoinho backs Márcio França for São Paulo governor, amid strategic talks on alliances and campaign tactics.

  39. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 12 sources
    São Paulo governor race tightens as Flávio Bolsonaro allies with Nunes

    Flávio Bolsonaro courts mayor Nunes while candidate withdrawals boost Governor Tarcísio's lead over Haddad in São Paulo's 2026 governor race.

  40. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 16 sources
    São Paulo Senate race heats up as André do Prado launches pre‑candidacy

    André do Prado launched his Senate pre‑candidacy in São Paulo, backed by Tarcísio, Flávio and Eduardo Bolsonaro; polls show Marina Silva leading the Senate race and Tarcísio ahead in the governor’s race.

  41. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 7 sources
    Tarcísio de Freitas Faces Criticism Over Metro Contract Secrecy and Sabesp Privatization

    Governor Tarcísio de Freitas defended privatizations and denied nostalgia for Lula, while Fernando Haddad criticised secret metro contracts and the Sabesp sale, sparking a heated political debate in Brazil.

  42. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    São Paulo pre‑candidate Fernando Haddad to unveil program in June and attacks Tarcísio's contracts

    Fernando Haddad will unveil his São Paulo program in June, while criticizing Tarcísio's railway contracts and the Sabesp privatization as harmful to consumers.

  43. 3 months ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    São Paulo candidate Fernando Haddad urges US security cooperation and flags $475 million contract probe

    Fernando Haddad, São Paulo governor hopeful, calls for US security cooperation while condemning Governor Tarcísio’s alleged half‑billion‑real contract with a Delaware firm, sending the case to the public promp.

  44. 4 months ago

    [POLITICS] 120 sources
    Fernando Haddad says Lula and Alckmin push to resolve São Paulo 2026 election slate while criticizing state security co‑

    Fernando Haddad says Lula and Alckmin are directly negotiating São Paulo's 2026 ticket and condemns state officials for refusing federal cooperation on a crime‑fighting operation, also critiquing Sabesp privat‑

  45. 4 months ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Fernando Haddad pledges education overhaul and urges quick definition of São Paulo ticket

    Haddad says São Paulo high schools face a sharp decline and will adopt Federal Institutes' model, while Tabata Amaral pushes for a swift finalization of his running‑mate and Senate slate.

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