Consequences of the new tariffs on the presidential race and other weekly topics

BRAZIL POLITICS - Report 08 Jun 2026 by Murillo de Aragão and Cristiano Noronha

Senate President Davi Alcolumbre is expected to meet with party leaders to discuss the legislative path of the proposal to end Brazil’s 6x1 work schedule. The Senate’s Economic Affairs Committee is set to review the constitutional amendment granting financial autonomy to the Central Bank. A new Genial/Quaest presidential poll is also expected this week. On Thursday, the FIFA World Cup begins, with Brazil scheduled to play its opening match on Saturday, June 13.

This week's Talking Points:

- Government support rises in May.

 - Consequences of the new tariffs on the presidential race.

 - The impact of Brazil's election on South America's geopolitics.

 - Lula and Trump: tariffs and Pix test the relationship.

- Lula accelerates the government's agenda.

 - Alcolumbre signals a slow path for the end of the 6x1 work schedule.

 - Freight transportation Executive Order could become a liability for Lula.

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