In an event in São Paulo, president of the House of Representatives avoided signaling support for 2026 and highlighted Lula’s strength, which should compete for reelection
During an event in Sao Paulo, the president of, Hugo Motta (Republicans-SP), chose not to reveal his support for the 2026 elections, but highlighted the “disorganization” of the right as a worrying factor for the next election, while the current president, seems to be in a strengthened position to seek reelection, he said. Motta emphasized that the tensioned relationship between Brazil and has been a positive point for Lula, reinforcing the principles of national sovereignty.
Despite mentioning names such as the two governors (Republicans-SP), (PSD-PR) and (Brazil-GO), the mayor did not declare support to any of them, highlighting the lack of a consolidated name on the right. Motta, who is a member of the same party as Tarcisio, said he is awaiting guidance from party leader Marcos Pereira before making any decision on his support in 2026. He stressed the importance of maintaining a neutral posture as mayor, which implies dialogue with all political spectra.
The relationship between and Tarcísio de Freitas has been complex, marked by moments of proximity and tension, especially in relation to the Amnesty Bill, which Tarcisio has pressured to be guided in the House. In a speech, in act on Paulista Avenue, the governor even cited the co -religionist, ordering him to guide the project in Congress. Then the former minister of Jair Bolsonaro bet on the dialogue, meeting Motta to discuss the amnesty.
*With information from Beatriz Manfredini
*Report produced with the aid of AI
