Governor Tarcísio de Freitas has requested STF permission to visit former president Jair Bolsonaro at Papudinha prison, reinforcing political support for Bolsonaro's son's presidential candidacy.
Roberta Melo was appointed the new Secretary of Social Assistance in Pelotas, bringing extensive social work experience and academic expertise to address growing municipal social challenges.
STF ministers support Jorge Messias amid Senate resistance due to personal opposition from Senate President Davi Alcolumbre ahead of a key confirmation hearing.
Paulo Gonet defends his impartiality as Attorney General amid political opposition during a heated Senate confirmation hearing.
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court majority supports appointing relatives to political offices if qualifications are met, but dissent raises nepotism concerns.
Recent political changes in Brazil include Eduardo Bolsonaro's new leadership role and Lula's invitation to the STF swearing-in ceremony.