https://eleicoes2026.com.brReal-time monitoring of the 2026 Brazilian presidential elections.en-UShttps://tnonline.uol.com.br/noticias/esportes/veja-onde-assistir-londrina-x-sport-neste-sabado-04-1078750Londrina and Sport face off this Saturday at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at the VGD stadium, in the third round of the 2026 Brasileirão Série B. The match is crucial for both teams in their push for promotion to Série A.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 23:17:56 GMT866615edf49f644dhttps://noticias.uol.com.br/politica/ultimas-noticias/2026/04/04/marina-silva-anuncia-que-ficara-na-rede-e-disputara-vaga-no-senado-por-sp.htmMarina Silva announced she will remain with the Rede Sustentabilidade party and run for a Senate seat in São Paulo in 2026, ending speculation about her joining other parties. Her decision reinforces support for Lula’s re-election and Fernando Haddad’s gubernatorial campaign in SP, ruling out her potential role as Haddad’s running mate. A former Environment Minister, Marina was courted by at least eight parties but chose Rede to stay aligned with her environmental and democratic agenda.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:48:28 GMT776b4e90a6a59572lulatarcisiohttps://www.poder360.com.br/poder-congresso/frias-critica-nikolas-por-promover-opositores-do-bolsonarismo-nas-redes/Federal deputy Mario Frias (PL-SP) criticized Nikolas Ferreira (PL-MG) for using his social media interactions to amplify content critical of bolsonarism, claiming he 'trains the algorithm' to give visibility to opponents, even indirectly. Frias compared the practice to paid advertising in efficiency and accused Ferreira of using the 'dialogue outside the bubble' discourse as an excuse to benefit political adversaries. The statements were made on the same day that Senator Flávio Bolsonaro (PL) criticized internal right-wing disputes and urged unity against the PT, with Ferreira sharing Flávio's video and captioning it 'Our party is Brazil'.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:44:25 GMT7a3f428a87484138flavio-bolsonarohttps://oglobo.globo.com/politica/noticia/2026/04/04/ligada-a-ruralistas-ex-senadora-katia-abreu-se-filia-ao-pt-e-e-ventilada-para-disputar-o-governo-do-tocantins.ghtmlFormer senator Kátia Abreu, tied to agribusiness and previously aligned with the right, announced her affiliation with the Workers' Party (PT) ahead of the 2026 elections, positioning herself as a potential candidate for governor of Tocantins. Although she opposed the PT during Lula's first term, she later moved toward the left, serving as Minister of Agriculture in Dilma Rousseff's government and being considered for a post at Banco do Brasil in 2023. The PT in Tocantins welcomed her as a strategic addition to broaden dialogue with various sectors, though the state party president avoided confirming her candidacy for governor.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:50:45 GMTb2fde5181ede0b32https://oantagonista.com.br/brasil/nao-ha-limites-para-seu-desrespeito-diz-eduardo-bolsonaro-a-nikolas/Eduardo Bolsonaro publicly criticized Deputy Nikolas Ferreira, accusing him of disrespecting his family and demanding that his group not support or promote Flávio Bolsonaro’s 2026 presidential candidacy. The social media post highlights internal tensions within the bolsonarist movement over electoral strategy and familial loyalty.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:33:50 GMT5e87855ffb1db2fcflavio-bolsonarohttps://www.poder360.com.br/poder-justica/stf-condena-empresario-de-sc-a-14-anos-por-atos-de-8-de-janeiro/The STF sentenced Brazilian businessman Alcides Hahn to 14 years in prison for his role in the January 8 attacks, after he transferred R$500 to fund a bus that transported protesters from Blumenau to Brasília. Hahn was convicted on five charges, including violent abolition of the democratic state and criminal association, alongside two other financiers who did not travel. His defense claimed lack of proof of criminal intent, but the PGR upheld the case based on financial evidence and his alleged leadership in Bolsonaro-supporting mobilizations.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:27:48 GMT3ca08899966865abhttps://veja.abril.com.br/politica/briga-de-nikolas-e-eduardo-bolsonaro-ganha-novo-capitulo-holofotes-e-fama-te-fizeram-mal/Eduardo Bolsonaro publicly accused his ally Nikolas Ferreira of disrespect and betrayal after the Minas Gerais deputy shared a social media post with three 'k's (kkk) in response to a publication about a right-wing profile that does not support Flávio Bolsonaro's presidential candidacy. Eduardo interpreted the 'kkk' as a mocking gesture directed at him and the Bolsonaro family, claiming Nikolas is actively working against those who supported him, including those who wish harm on Jair Bolsonaro. Nikolas has not yet responded, while other right-wing figures criticized Eduardo for overreacting.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:53:44 GMT129727a51f0b14aaflavio-bolsonarohttps://www.poder360.com.br/poder-eleicoes/pre-candidato-haddad-evita-citar-tarcisio-e-credita-obras-em-sp-a-lula/Fernando Haddad (PT), pre-candidate for governor of São Paulo, avoided directly naming Tarcísio de Freitas in his campaign videos but emphasized that state investments stem from federal actions under President Lula, including direct transfers, BNDES financing, loan guarantees, and state debt renegotiation — measures he claims he led as former Finance Minister. Haddad framed the Lula government’s partnership as being with the people of São Paulo, indirectly criticizing Tarcísio for claiming credit for works without acknowledging their federal origins. He stated that São Paulo needs a genuine alternative committed to real public policies.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:31:59 GMT74078fea8180c37ftarcisiolulahttps://www.poder360.com.br/poder-congresso/nikolas-cobra-alcolumbre-para-analisar-veto-ao-pl-da-dosimetria/Federal deputy Nikolas Ferreira (PL-MG) urged Senate President Davi Alcolumbre (União Brasil-AP) to schedule analysis of the presidential veto on the Dosimetria Bill, calling the delay an 'omission' and a 'humanitarian urgency'. He accused Alcolumbre of stalling Congress to avoid installing the Banco Master CPMI, linking the issue to an alleged deal between Valdemar Costa Neto and the government to overturn vetoes in exchange for blocking the investigation.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:46:08 GMT6250a135f1267239lulahttps://www.poder360.com.br/poder-eleicoes/ruralista-katia-abreu-decide-se-filiar-ao-pt/Former senator and ex-Minister of Agriculture Kátia Abreu announced her affiliation with the PT in Tocantins, following a trajectory marked by early opposition to Lula’s governments and later alliance with the party in 2022. She emphasized her commitment to democracy and Lula’s re-election in a video alongside state party leaders. Her career includes stints in PFL, DEM, PSD, MDB, PDT, and PP, and she is the mother of Senator Irajá (PSD-TO).Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:27:16 GMT82ce3441963af2e1lulahttps://istoe.com.br/pl-misoginia-senado-aprova-criminalizacao-odio-mulheresThe Brazilian Senate approved a bill criminalizing misogyny as a form of prejudice, equating it with racism under national law. The proposal targets acts driven by hatred or contempt toward women as a group — such as inciting violence or workplace discrimination — but excludes respectful disagreements. It must still be passed by the Chamber of Deputies and signed by the President to take effect.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:26:00 GMTa171fe32287f0357https://oantagonista.com.br/brasil/nunes-marques-viajou-em-jatinho-de-advogado-de-claudio-castro/Supreme Court Minister Kassio Nunes Marques confirmed he traveled on a private plane owned by lawyer Gustavo Severo, who works on cases at the TSE. He stated he maintains a friendship with the lawyer and declared himself disqualified in related proceedings. The information was reported by Folha and confirmed by the minister.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 17:47:44 GMT99076dc5a4c3d062https://www.poder360.com.br/poder-eleicoes/flavio-critica-picuinhas-na-direita-e-diz-que-pode-libertar-pais-do-pt/Flávio Bolsonaro (PL), a pre-candidate for president, stated he is in the position to liberate Brazil from the 'dirty claws of the PT', criticating internal right-wing 'nitpicking' over minor interests and claiming former President Jair Bolsonaro was unjustly treated. He pledged to rescue the country, put it on the path to prosperity, and honor Bolsonaro’s legacy, urging supporters to join him.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 17:27:22 GMTaf85c0ce120763a3flavio-bolsonarohttps://veja.abril.com.br/politica/celina-leao-sentiu-forca-contraria-do-governo-federal-para-solucionar-caixa-do-brb/Governor Celina Leão (PP) of the Federal District stated that the federal government is exerting a 'contrary force' to block a solution to the BRB's R$ 12 billion cash shortfall stemming from illegal operations with Banco Master. She appealed to Finance Minister Dario Durigan for federal support, including Caixa Econômica Federal's backing for a R$ 4 billion FGC loan and R$ 4 billion in funding from state-owned banks, but said the support has not materialized. Leão, who plans to run for re-election in 2026, backs Flávio Bolsonaro’s candidacy and denies any involvement in the BRB-Master scheme.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:54:53 GMT19ae35c0e9837cccflavio-bolsonarohttps://oglobo.globo.com/politica/noticia/2026/04/04/nunes-marques-viajou-em-aviao-executivo-de-advogado-que-defendeu-claudio-castro-e-atua-no-tse-diz-jornal.ghtmlMinister Kassio Nunes Marques traveled at least five times in September 2025 on an executive jet owned by lawyer Gustavo Severo, who practices before the TSE and previously defended Claudio Castro. The minister stated he always declares himself disqualified in cases where Severo acts, and that these recusals were recorded prior to the flights. Severo withdrew from Castro’s case when it moved to the TSE, where Nunes Marques and André Mendonça voted to acquit the former governor.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:27:04 GMT3c43ac9933c11bbbhttps://veja.abril.com.br/politica/a-preocupacao-de-jose-dirceu-com-o-tema-da-corrupcao-nas-eleicoes/Former minister José Dirceu expressed concern over the rising prominence of corruption in the 2026 elections, noting it is now a top concern for 20% of voters, up from 13% in May 2025, according to Genial/Quaest. He warns that perceptions of rising corruption, tied to scandals like Banco Master and INSS fraud, are fueling anti-system voting and could benefit opponents such as Flávio Bolsonaro, who plans to weaponize the issue against Lula.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:46:19 GMT984ba76fa23732c3flavio-bolsonarolulahttps://g1.globo.com/pa/para/eleicoes/2026/noticia/2026/04/04/celso-sabino-anuncia-em-belem-pre-candidatura-ao-senado-pelo-pdt.ghtmlFederal deputy and former Tourism Minister Celso Sabino announced his affiliation with the PDT in Belém and declared his pre-candidacy for the Senate from Pará in the 2026 elections. After being expelled from União Brasil in 2025 for refusing to leave the Lula government despite party orders, he stated he was ousted for defending the 'best project' for the party and government. His background includes a renewed mandate in 2022 and appointment to the Tourism Ministry in 2023.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:19:58 GMT481532a2c3efb62bhttps://noticias.uol.com.br/ultimas-noticias/agencia-estado/2026/04/04/defesa-de-bolsonaro-envia-relatorios-medicos-ao-stf-que-indicam-cirurgia-no-ombro.htmThe defense of former President Jair Bolsonaro submitted two medical reports to the Supreme Federal Court (STF) indicating the need for shoulder surgery. The documents were presented as part of a request to suspend or adapt ongoing judicial measures, citing a health condition that allegedly impairs his full exercise of rights. The move comes amid ongoing proceedings against Bolsonaro in the STF, including investigations related to anti-democratic acts.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:50:55 GMT135b46835cb197dfhttps://www.estadao.com.br/politica/defesa-de-bolsonaro-envia-parecer-medico-ao-stf-com-indicacao-de-cirurgia-no-ombro/Bolsonaro's defense submitted two medical reports to the STF indicating the need for right shoulder surgery, citing intense pain and functional limitation. The documents, signed by a physiotherapist and a doctor, were sent in compliance with Justice Alexandre de Moraes' requirement for regular health updates on the former president, who is under house arrest following his conviction for attempting a coup.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:30:20 GMTefacb528bb0c8536https://veja.abril.com.br/politica/a-contradicao-de-michelle-e-carlos-sobre-estado-de-saude-de-jair-bolsonaro/Carlos Bolsonaro claimed his father, Jair Bolsonaro, was suffering from endless hiccup crises and rapidly deteriorating health under house arrest, while Michelle Bolsonaro stated three days later that he had been hiccup-free for six days and was undergoing physiotherapy, creating a clear contradiction. This inconsistency, exploited by Carlos to advance a narrative of judicial persecution against Bolsonarism, undermines the family's credibility before the STF and the public.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:28:49 GMTea07aa07be208d04https://veja.abril.com.br/politica/senador-pensa-que-e-deus-fala-de-lula-amplia-tensao-com-o-congresso-e-pode-custar-caro/President Lula da Silva sparked political tension by stating that senators 'think they are God,' a remark analysts say undermines government coordination, particularly as it seeks approval for Jorge Messias' nomination to the Supreme Federal Court. The comment was seen as an attack on legislative independence and risks damaging Lula’s standing with voters who strongly support democratic institutions.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:00:28 GMT0777da5d118ec46clulahttps://www.poder360.com.br/poder-internacional/comite-da-camara-dos-eua-fala-em-censura-do-brasil-contra-trump/The U.S. House Judiciary Committee claims that Brazil, through actions by Supreme Court Minister Alexandre de Moraes, has issued censorship requests to digital platforms to remove content praising Donald Trump and criticizing Joe Biden and USAID, alleging that this undermines U.S. sovereignty and could interfere in Brazil’s October 2026 elections. The report, the third in a series dating back to 2024, relies on data provided by Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) and involves Trump allies like Jim Jordan and members of the Bolsonaro family.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:48:26 GMT54b624228dfddb14flavio-bolsonarohttps://veja.abril.com.br/politica/lula-e-flavio-bolsonaro-torcem-por-interferencia-de-trump-nas-eleicoes/Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro, tied in polls for the 2026 elections, both see potential benefit in possible interference by Donald Trump in the Brazilian campaign: the senator openly appeals for U.S. support to ensure 'free and fair elections,' while Lula could use such interference to revive his national sovereignty discourse, as he did after the U.S. tariff increase in 2023.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:48:05 GMT7bcca43147a9575blulaflavio-bolsonarohttps://istoe.com.br/pl-amplia-hegemonia-pt-sofre-baixa-e-uniao-brasil-lidera-perdas-na-camaraThe PL expanded its dominance in the Chamber of Deputees after the party-switching window, reaching 101 deputies and solidifying as the largest bloc, driven by 17 new entrants. União Brasil suffered the steepest losses, with 18 departures and only two additions, falling to 44 deputies, while the PT remained stable at 66 despite Luizianne Lins leaving for Rede.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:38:23 GMT1142c484dd3d4ce5https://www.tse.jus.br/comunicacao/noticias/2026/Abril/clica-e-confirma-destaca-importancia-da-atuacao-de-mesarias-e-mesarios-nas-eleicoes-2026The Clica e Confirma program highlights the importance of poll workers (mesárias and mesários) in the 2026 elections, explaining how citizens can volunteer through the Electoral Justice Portal and TRE websites. It also covers key electoral dates, including the end of salary adjustments for public servants starting April 7, the deadline for voter registration regularization on May 6, and the closing of registrations for National Electoral Observation Missions on July 5. Questions can be sent to ain@tse.jus.br.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:37:20 GMTf0065408f9da87fbhttps://oantagonista.com.br/analise/a-maior-fragilidade-de-flavio-bolsonaro/Flávio Bolsonaro, senator from PL-RJ and eldest son of Jair Bolsonaro, became the de facto candidate of Bolsonarism in the 2026 elections after his father's conviction and imprisonment for attempted coup. Although he absorbed his father's voting intentions, he remains largely unknown to the majority of the Brazilian population, which constitutes his greatest weakness as a pre-candidate. His campaign relies on the transfer of political capital from his father, but he lacks the recognition and autonomy to build a solid electoral base.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:34:49 GMT78d5251f3d7d1aa1flavio-bolsonarohttps://www.poder360.com.br/poder-gente/michelle-celebra-bolsonaro-ha-6-dias-sem-solucos/Michelle Bolsonaro celebrated on Instagram that her husband, Jair Bolsonaro, has been hiccup-free for six days and is able to undergo physiotherapy, following 14 days of hospitalization for bacterial bilateral pneumonia. The former president is serving a 90-day house arrest in Brasília, and his legal team submitted new health documents to the STF indicating a need for shoulder surgery due to chronic pain. Carlos Bolsonaro had stated three days prior that his father was still suffering from uninterrupted hiccup crises.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:29:15 GMT2f0c2314444f3e89https://www.poder360.com.br/poder-gente/michelle-contradiz-carlos-e-diz-que-bolsonaro-esta-ha-6-dias-sem-solucos/Michelle Bolsonaro stated that Jair Bolsonaro has gone 6 days without hiccups and is undergoing physiotherapy, contradicting her son Carlos’s recent claim of persistent, uninterrupted hiccup episodes. Bolsonaro has been under house arrest since March 27 following discharge for severe bilateral bacterial pneumonia, and his legal team submitted to the STF a physiotherapy report recommending shoulder surgery due to chronic pain.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:29:15 GMTa006fcf120b9561ahttps://veja.abril.com.br/brasil/novo-levantamento-do-parana-pesquisas-mostra-como-anda-popularidade-do-stf-no-pais/According to a Paraná Pesquisas survey conducted between March 25 and 28, 42.3% of Brazilians rate the STF's work as 'bad or terrible', 27.9% as 'regular', and 24.4% as 'excellent or good'. The poll interviewed 2,080 voters across 26 states and the Federal District, with a 2.2 percentage point margin of error and 95% confidence level.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:01:17 GMT1328dcf4a766c934https://veja.abril.com.br/politica/o-que-revelam-as-pesquisas-sobre-flavio-x-lula-no-estado-que-costuma-definir-eleicoes/Minas Gerais is considered a 'Brazil in miniature' due to its socioeconomic and regional diversity reflecting the nation as a whole, with polls showing a technical tie between Lula (43.7%) and Flávio Bolsonaro (40.4%) in the first round and 47.3% to 46.9% in the second. The state has historically accompanied the presidential election winner since redemocratization, making it decisive in defining the national outcome.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:00:13 GMT4e0f310a88c267adlulaflavio-bolsonarohttps://oglobo.globo.com/blogs/lauro-jardim/post/2026/04/lula-ainda-esta-devendo-nas-redes-sociais.ghtmlFormer President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva showed weaker social media performance compared to Bolsonarist allies between March 20 and 26, according to a FGV Comunicação survey. While Lula’s official Instagram profile recorded 451,000 interactions, the profiles of Nikolas Ferreira and Flávio Bolsonaro each reached 1.2 million. The analysis highlights the digital weakness of the PT leader against the strong online presence of right-wing figures.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 12:21:33 GMT6bc17383ab9866edlulaflavio-bolsonarohttps://oglobo.globo.com/blogs/fumus-boni-iuris/post/2026/04/os-votos-que-faltam-a-messias.ghtmlJorge Messias, the Attorney General of the Union, is seeking senatorial support for his nomination to the STF, needing 14 votes in the Constitution and Justice Committee but currently lacking sufficient backing. Tensions between Messias and STF President Edson Fachin are hindering the approval of the Court’s administrative plan. Meanwhile, the Master case investigation raises concerns about potential nullities and is fueling impeachment efforts against justices such as Alexandre de Moraes and Dias Toffoli.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 12:00:56 GMT4db054ba8a82f90ahttps://oglobo.globo.com/politica/noticia/2026/04/04/rui-costa-deixa-comando-da-casa-civil-com-acumulo-de-atritos-na-esplanada-e-distante-do-posto-de-sucessor-de-lula.ghtmlRui Costa stepped down as Chief of Staff after three years and three months without achieving national political prominence or positioning himself as a likely successor to Lula, due to conflicts with other ministers and a management style focused on operational checklists rather than strategic vision, reminiscent of Dilma Rousseff’s tenure. His oversight of the PAC was undermined by budget cuts that shifted focus from major infrastructure projects to localized, electorally beneficial initiatives like health clinics and ambulances, and he faced notable tensions with Finance Minister Fernando Haddad.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 12:00:34 GMT5f90cbb48bddda8clulahttps://redir.folha.com.br/redir/online/colunas/monicabergamo/rss091/*https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/colunas/monicabergamo/2026/04/kassio-viaja-em-aviao-de-advogado-de-claudio-castro-e-que-atua-no-tse.shtmlSupreme Court Minister Kassio Nunes Marques has traveled multiple times on the private plane of electoral lawyer Gustavo Severo, who works at the TSE. Kassio himself currently serves as president of the Superior Electoral Court.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:34:36 GMT83738b8dc1f7abcfhttps://veja.abril.com.br/coluna/radar-economico/executivos-priorizam-pessoas-ia-e-eficiencia-em-ano-eleitoral-incerto/A study by ANK Reputation involving 125 Brazilian executives found that only 14% of companies are truly prepared to avoid reputational damage in crises, while 70% say they are prepared but need to improve, and 16% are either just starting or lagging in this area. Despite 54% of leaders ranking reputation as a top priority for 2026 (up from 35% in 2025), most still view external risks — such as elections, geopolitics, AI, and societal polarization — as more dangerous, underestimating internal risks like leadership and employee misconduct (only 11% of mentions). Founder Anik Suzuki warns that the lack of a preventive culture leaves companies vulnerable, as crisis costs far exceed prevention investments.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:00:46 GMTb2dcb59cb1dffd2chttps://oglobo.globo.com/blogs/lauro-jardim/post/2026/04/deputado-troca-de-partido-duas-vezes-em-menos-de-um-mes-durante-a-janela-partidaria.ghtmlFederal deputy Nelsinho Padovani from Paraná, elected in 2022 under União Brasil, changed parties twice in less than a month during the 2025 partisan window. He joined the PL on March 5, the first day of the window, in an event alongside Flávio Bolsonaro and Valdemar Costa Neto. The article is subscriber-only and requires registration for full access.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 10:01:10 GMT7a0946fefe6e0102flavio-bolsonarohttps://istoe.com.br/ministros-lula-exonerados-eleicoes-2026President Lula's administration has dismissed 17 ministers who are set to run in the 2026 elections, including Fernando Haddad (for São Paulo governor), Simone Tebet (for São Paulo Senate seat), and Gleisi Hoffmann, following the TSE-mandated six-month incompatibility deadline. Recent polls show 52% disapproval of Lula’s government and a technical tie between Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro in a potential runoff. The departures were formalized in the Official Gazette, with interim replacements appointed to ensure administrative continuity.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 10:00:52 GMT7728b0aa51502d9flulaflavio-bolsonarohttps://www.cartacapital.com.br/opiniao/frente-ampla/por-que-fernando-haddad/Fernando Haddad is presented as a progressive candidate for governor of São Paulo in 2026, backed by Lula and popular forces, due to his commitment to a sovereign, democratic, and inclusive national project. The article argues his governance would be a necessary alternative to Tarcísio de Freitas’s administration, criticized for police violence, education dismantling, Sabesp privatization, and abusive highway tolls.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 10:00:21 GMT3d9de378671b5c85tarcisiolulahttps://oantagonista.com.br/brasil/leonardo-barreto-na-crusoe-todos-os-cenarios-de-kassab/Gilberto Kassab chose Ronaldo Caiado as a backup option after Ratinho Jr. withdrew, who had been seen as the PSD's ideal candidate due to his centrist positioning between left and right. Caiado's selection reflects a strategic 'Plan B' to keep the party competitive in the 2026 elections, despite his stronger alignment with the conservative camp. The move indicates a tactical adaptation by the PSD in the absence of a more neutral figure.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:55:00 GMT30e0c8e4b545c3e3caiadohttps://www.poder360.com.br/poder-eleicoes/brasil-tem-13-mil-eleitores-em-zonas-de-conflito-no-exterior/Brazil has 13,297 eligible voters in active conflict zones abroad for the 2026 elections, according to the TSE. These include areas affected by the Israel-Hezbollah war in Lebanon, the Russia-Ukraine war, and civil conflicts in Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Libya, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Syria, and Nigeria. The conduct of the election depends on security, logistical, and operational conditions, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs responsible for informing the TSE and TRE-DF on voting viability in each location.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:30:35 GMTd94cf98bc46efe5fhttps://oglobo.globo.com/blogs/lauro-jardim/post/2026/04/defesa-de-lulinha-ainda-nao-formalizou-pedido-para-depor-sobre-caso-inss-apos-buscar-mendonca.ghtmlThe defense of Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, son of President Lula, approached André Mendonça, STF justice and rapporteur of the INSS case, offering voluntary testimony regarding suspicions surrounding the case. The approach occurred last month, but no formal request has been filed yet. The article is subscriber-only.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:20:33 GMT3131189924499cdflulahttps://oglobo.globo.com/blogs/lauro-jardim/post/2026/04/marcelao-o-amigao-de-flavio-bolsonaro-que-esta-mandando-muito-em-sua-pre-campanha.ghtmlMarcelo Lopes, close friend and advisor to Flávio Bolsonaro, is playing a strategic and discreet role in the senator’s presidential pre-campaign, acting as a key behind-the-scenes figure. Despite being unknown to the general public and avoiding media exposure, he is described as someone who 'runs things' in the campaign, contributing to its current success. The subscriber-only article highlights his silent but decisive influence in Bolsonaro’s inner circle.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:40:33 GMT128b2bf13b07a0b5flavio-bolsonarohttps://www.metropoles.com/blog-do-noblat/ricardo-noblat/alo-alo-flavio-quem-com-ferro-fere-com-ferro-sera-ferido-e-do-jogoFlávio Bolsonaro shows fragility in his presidential candidacy by complaining about attacks from Lula's 'hate cabinet' while spreading fake news about PIX, claiming it is a legacy of his father despite being created by the Central Bank in 2020, after its independence. His campaign attempts to mask the lack of unity within the PL and the broader right around his name, invoking a 'divine mission' to rescue Brazil, although his record suggests greater alignment with foreign interests and efforts to delegitimize the electoral process.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:30:18 GMT4da5247949f9d61dflavio-bolsonarolulahttps://oglobo.globo.com/rio/noticia/2026/04/04/governador-interino-do-rio-quer-fazer-mudancas-mas-nao-consegue-atrair-nomes-de-peso.ghtmlRio de Janeiro's interim governor, Ricardo Couto, has made several changes in the top administration, including replacements in the State General Controller's Office, the Public Security Institute, and the Extraordinary Secretariat for Representation in Brasília, but struggles to attract high-profile professionals to strategic areas like Finance due to uncertainty about the government's duration and uncompetitive salaries.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 07:30:35 GMTc76026a5bfb0e0f7https://oglobo.globo.com/brasil/noticia/2026/04/04/legado-incompleto-no-mec-camilo-avanca-na-educacao-basica-mas-deixa-ensino-superior-sem-reformas.ghtmlCamilo Santana made progress in basic education through initiatives like Pé-de-Meia, but left higher education without structural reforms, particularly in funding for federal universities, which faced budgetary challenges. His legacy is viewed as positive but incomplete, with experts noting that Fernando Haddad left a more consolidated institutional legacy.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:30:35 GMT9125246656b2c4a6lulahttps://oglobo.globo.com/politica/noticia/2026/04/04/pre-campanha-de-flavio-bolsonaro-e-crise-do-uniao-brasil-turbinam-pl-que-passa-de-100-deputados-na-janela-partidaria.ghtmlThe PL surpassed 100 deputies in the party-switching window, driven by Flávio Bolsonaro's pre-campaign for president and internal weaknesses in the União Brasil, becoming the largest caucus in the Chamber since 1998. The PT, despite holding the presidency, maintained its current representation. This signals a strengthening of the Bolsonarist opposition in Congress.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:30:33 GMTf28e4836fa853acfflavio-bolsonarohttps://www.metropoles.com/sao-paulo/venda-predios-centro-afifSão Paulo's Strategic Projects Secretary Guilherme Afif Domingos said the sale of government buildings in the city center — including the former Hotel São Paulo and Hotel Esplanada — will begin this semester, prior to construction of the new administrative complex in the Luz district. He stated the properties will be retrofitted for mixed use, focusing on middle-income housing, and that heritage buildings will be restored, dismissing fears of area vacancy due to expected demand.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:30:32 GMT906b7513badf7f79tarcisiohttps://www.metropoles.com/esportes/botafogo-x-internacional-venda-para-o-publico-geral-abre-neste-sabadoGeneral public ticket sales for the Botafogo vs. Internacional match, part of the 13th round of the 2026 Brazilian Championship, begin this Saturday (April 4) at 12 PM. The game will be held on April 25 at Arena BRB Mané Garrincha in Brasília, requiring mandatory facial biometric entry. Organized by Metrópoles Sports, the event is part of a broader annual sports programming that includes tournaments from state leagues and national cups.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 05:00:45 GMT86f3ed5d5698e0f0https://www1.folha.uol.com.br/mercado/2026/04/governo-avalia-incluir-meis-em-negociacao-de-endividados-e-restringir-aposta-em-bets.shtmlThe Lula government is studying an expansion of the new debt renegotiation program to include individual microentrepreneurs (MEIs) and impose conditions, such as restricting access to betting apps, for those receiving federal aid. The measure aims to broaden the reach of the debt relief policy while introducing conditionalities tied to beneficiaries’ financial behavior.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 03:39:28 GMTd5c2f0c62df779fclulahttps://oglobo.globo.com/opiniao/editorial/coluna/2026/04/rombo-das-estatais-tornou-se-rotina-no-governo-lula.ghtmlIn the first two months of 2026, federal state-owned enterprises recorded a deficit of R$ 4.16 billion, the worst result for the period since 2002 and R$ 2.8 billion higher than in the same period of 2025. The Lula government avoids the obvious privatization of Correios, and the worsening deficit trend may deepen the fiscal crisis, with public debt already at a record 79.2% of GDP.Sat, 04 Apr 2026 03:10:33 GMTbe84bcc4da0901d5lula