The Banco Master crisis is likely to escalate and other weekly topics

BRAZIL POLITICS - Report 09 Mar 2026 by Murillo de Aragão and Cristiano Noronha

The Public Security Constitutional Amendment Proposal (PEC) is expected to begin moving through the Senate. Banker Daniel Vorcaro may testify before the Senate Economic Affairs Committee. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Federal Court (STF), Justice Edson Fachin, will meet with court presidents to discuss judicial compensation. The Superior Electoral Court (TSE) may begin hearing a case that could lead to the removal of Rio de Janeiro Governor Cláudio Castro. Three new presidential approval and voting polls are also expected to be released.

This week's Talking Points:

- The Banco Master crisis continues and is likely to escalate.

 - Rising tension among the branches of government.

 - Developments that could influence voting tend to be adverse for the government.

 - Centrão remains on the fence—much to Lula's advantage.

- The MDB is moving further away from a formal alliance with Lula.

 - Lula and Alcolumbre grow increasingly distant.

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