Minister felt disrespected during the hearing, especially after a statement by Senator Plínio Valério (PSDB-AM), who said ‘the wife Marina deserved respect, the minister did not’
The president (PT) He contacted the Environment Minister, after his troubled departure from a hearing at the Senate Infrastructure Commission. During the session, which addressed the creation of conservation units in the equatorial margin, Marina faced an intense verbal confrontation with opposition parliamentarians. Lula expressed support for the minister’s decision to withdraw, revealing that he felt discomfort in watching the discussion. The minister felt disrespected during the hearing, especially after a statement by Senator Plínio Valério (PSDB-AM), who stated that “the wife Marina deserved respect, the minister did not.” This statement generated a climate of tension, and Marina requested an apology that was not granted. The chairman of the committee, Marcos Rogério (PL-RO), interrupted Marina’s speech, claiming that she was “provoking” the other present.
The first lady, Janja, also spoke in defense of Marina, noting that the minister will not submit to a group of misogynists. Janja praised Marina’s courage and her trajectory in the struggle for environmental preservation, highlighting the importance of her work against the Ministry of the Environment. This episode highlights the growing political polarization in Brazil, especially on environmental issues. The reaction of Lula and Janja demonstrates clear support to the minister, at a time when the discussion about environmental conservation becomes increasingly relevant in the national scenario.
Posted by Sarah Paula
*Report produced with the aid of AI
