TSE President Kassio Nunes Marques Urges Voters’ Vigilance and Critical Thinking Ahead of Brazil's 2026 Second Round Elections

Kassio Nunes Marques, president of Brazil's Superior Electoral Court (TSE), has called on the country's 158 million eligible voters to exercise vigilance and critical thinking as they head to the polls for the second round of the 2026 elections on Sunday, October 25. Voting will be open from 8 AM to 5 PM Brasília time, and those who missed the first round remain eligible to participate.

In a national broadcast on October 24, Marques emphasized the importance of verifying information and maintaining secrecy in voting, cautioning against sensationalist or accusatory messages targeting candidates or the electoral justice system. He advised voters to double-check their polling locations, despite minimal changes from the first round, and to bring electoral notes containing candidates' numbers.

Highlighting technological resources, Marques recommended the use of the free e-Título app, available on app stores, which serves as a digital voter ID and provides functions such as polling place lookup, justification of absences, and real-time election data. This tool is designed to help voters navigate the election process smoothly.

Marques also noted that the TSE is ready to ensure a peaceful and respectful voting environment nationwide, mirroring the calm conduct of the first round. Voters will cast ballots not only for the presidency but also for some gubernatorial races in Acre, Amazonas, the Federal District, Espírito Santo, Rio Grande do Norte, and Tocantins.

Reinforcing the civic duty aspect, Marques described voting as a fundamental personal and inalienable right, underscoring the democratic significance of full participation in this election phase.