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Lula is focused on measures aimed at improving his approval ratings, the Public Security PEC is expected to move forward next week, and debate over ending the 6x1 work schedule continues according to the timeline
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 13 May 2026

President Lula remains firmly focused on measures aimed at improving his approval ratings. Yesterday, two new initiatives were announced. The federal government launched the “Brazil Against Organized Crime” program. Lula also signed a provisional measure eliminating the so-called “clothing tax,” ...

Justice Marques will assume the presidency of the TSE, Durigan expects the bill authorizing the government to use oil revenues to be voted on this week, and Ciro Gomes said he will not be running for President
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 12 May 2026

Justice Kassio Nunes Marques officially assumes the presidency of Brazil’s Superior Electoral Court (TSE) today. He will lead the court during the 2026–2028 term and will therefore preside over this year’s elections. Yesterday, Finance Minister Dario Durigan stated that he expects the complementa...

The succession chessboard in three key states and other weekly topics
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 11 May 2026

The Special Committee in the Lower House discussing the end of the 6x1 work schedule will hear from Finance Minister Dario Durigan and the head of the Presidential Secretariat-General, Guilherme Boulos. Justice Kassio Nunes Marques will be sworn in as president of the Superior Electoral Court (TS...

The committee on the 6x1 work schedule will hear from the Finance Minister, the rapporteur for the bill on the MEI revenue threshold should present his work plan, and Justice Marques will assume the presidency of the TSE
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 11 May 2026

The Special Committee in the Lower House discussing the end of the 6x1 work schedule will hold two public hearings this week. On Tuesday (May 12), the committee will hear from Finance Minister Dario Durigan. The rapporteur for Complementary Bill (PLP) No. 108/21, which raises the maximum annual g...

Trump said his meeting with Lula went well, Justice Carmen Lúcia issued her opinion on the oil royalties case, and the House Committee on the 6x1 work schedule will hear from Dario Durigan
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 08 May 2026

President Lula held another meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. Shortly after the meeting, Trump wrote on social media that the discussion was “very good” and that new meetings between representatives of both countries will be scheduled in the coming months to address bilateral issues. Supr...

The latest poll shows little change to the electoral landscape, Lula will meet with Trump today, and the Lower House approved a bill establishing the National Policy on Critical and Strategic Minerals
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 07 May 2026

Another presidential succession poll was released yesterday. Conducted by Canal Meio/Ideia Big Data, the poll showed little change compared to previous polls, with President Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro (PL) remaining well ahead of the other prospective candidates. Today, President Lula will...

The Special Committee on the 6x1 work schedule presented its work plan, the STF will review the new rules for the distribution of oil royalties, and today is the deadline for Lula to sign into law sentencing guidelines bill
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 06 May 2026

The Special Committee reviewing the proposal to eliminate the 6x1 work schedule (PEC 221/19) presented yesterday its work plan for this month. The presentation of the rapporteur’s report is scheduled for May 20, Today, the Supreme Federal Court (STF) will hear direct constitutional challenges aga...

The government published the details of the Desenrola 2 program, Congressman Jardim presented his report on the bill addressing critical minerals, and Lula travels to the U.S tomorrow to meet with Trump
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 05 May 2026

The government announced the Desenrola 2 program, one of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s key bets to improve his approval ratings. The new program has four pillars: Desenrola Families, considered the main one; Desenrola FIES; Desenrola Businesses; and Desenrola Rural. Yesterday, Congressman Arnaldo J...

Executive Branch weakens further and other weekly topics
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 04 May 2026

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced the Desenrola II program. The Special Committee discussing the end of the 6x1 work schedule will present its work plan. At the Supreme Court, attention turns to the trial of direct actions of unconstitutionality challenging Law No. 12,734/12, which es...

Lula will announce a new program aimed at reducing household debt, the special committee on the 6x1 work schedule proposal will meet to discuss the work plan, and the STF will decide on the distribution of oil royalties
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 04 May 2026

Today, President Lula will announce Desenrola II, a program aimed at reducing household debt. The signing ceremony for the provisional measure is scheduled for this morning at the Planalto Palace. Tomorrow, the special committee reviewing the proposed constitutional amendment to end the six-days-...

The Senate rejected Messias’s nomination to the STF, tomorrow is a federal holiday, and several key items are on the political agenda for next week
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 30 Apr 2026

The Senate rejected the nomination of Attorney General Jorge Messias to the Supreme Federal Court (STF), a major defeat for the government and a strong message to the Court. The Senate floor vote came as a surprise even to senators from the PL party. Tomorrow is a federal holiday for Labor Day, a...

Motta announced the rapporteur of the special committee on the 6x1 work schedule, the CCJ will hold a confirmation hearing today for Messias, and the Central Bank will decide on the benchmark interest rate (Selic)
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 29 Apr 2026

The President of the Lower House, Hugo Motta (Republicanos–PB), announced yesterday that Federal Deputy Leo Prates (Republicanos–BA) will serve as rapporteur of the special committee reviewing the proposed constitutional amendment (PEC) that would end the 6x1 work schedule. The Senate’s Constitut...

Durigan said lower interest rates should be offered to combat household debt, he also highlighted tighter restrictions on betting activities, and the Nexus/BTG poll shows that the presidential race remains polarized
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 28 Apr 2026

Following a meeting with CEOs of financial institutions yesterday, April 27, Finance Minister Dario Durigan said there is a consensus between the ministry and banks to offer lower interest rates under the new program to combat household debt. He projected discounts of up to 90% across categories ...

Zema gains visibility in clash with Mendes and other weekly topics
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 27 Apr 2026

President Lula is expected to deliver a nationwide radio and TV address for Labor Day. There is a possibility of announcing credit-related measures. The Senate will review the nomination of Jorge Messias to the Supreme Federal Court on Wednesday. The Lower House will establish a Special Committee...

The Senate will hold the confirmation hearing for STF nominee Messias on Wednesday, a special committee will be established tomorrow on the 6x1 work schedule, and Friday is a federal holiday
BRAZIL POLITICS · Report · 27 Apr 2026

The Senate’s Constitution and Justice Committee (CCJ) will hold a confirmation hearing on Wednesday, April 29, for Attorney General Jorge Messias, who has been nominated to the Supreme Federal Court (STF). To be approved, Messias must secure a majority vote in the 27-member CCJ. A special committ...

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