The minister of the STF (Supreme Federal Court), Gilmar Mendes, stated on Wednesday night (5), after participating in the 1st Forum in Buenos Aires, Argentina, that he does not see the need to approve a new anti-terrorism law in Brazil.
According to him, there is an “excess of politicization” surrounding the fight against crime, which must occur “within normal standards and institutionality”.
highlighted that the Judiciary already works on important fronts, such as the transfer of highly dangerous prisoners and combating organized crime, but recognized that there are delays in complying with court orders, especially in Rio de Janeiro.
“There are complaints that orders to move these people are sometimes not followed because the Judiciary does not issue an injunction,” he stated.
The minister also recalled that two investigations related to the ADPF das Favelas were removed from the main process and are ongoing, now under the minister’s report.
He praised this week, classifying it as “extremely important” and a step towards strengthening joint actions between the Powers.
“There needs to be criticism and even self-criticism of the functioning of the judicial system”, stated Gilmar, defending coordination between the CNJ, the CNMP and local governments in the fight against crime.
Regarding , the minister said that the episode “is being investigated” and asked for caution in analyzing the facts.
On the other hand, Gilmar criticized the absence of UPPs (Pacifying Police Units) and permanent public services in the affected areas.
“[…] If we go back there today, we might need a new operation, which is extremely problematic,” he said.
The minister acknowledged that the country is experiencing a “difficult” situation, but stated that Brazil is capable of dealing with the threat to democracy.
“We solved serious problems, during the Bolsonaro government, the very threat to democracy and we will have the capacity”, he stated.
