Bolsonaro Vows to Change Brazil’s Constitution
Bolsonaro said the PL could control both chambers and push constitutional changes, while renewing calls for amnesty and tougher crime measures.
- On Tuesday, Bolsonaro secured Ronaldo Caiado's endorsement at a campaign event in Goiânia, pledging to use the Liberal Party's legislative strength to reform the Constitution.
- The Liberal Party emerged as the largest congressional force, holding 121 of 513 deputy seats and 28 of 81 Senate seats, though constitutional amendments require 308 deputies and 49 senators.
- Bolsonaro restated his pledge to sign an amnesty for those convicted over the January 8, 2023, storming of institutions, including his father, Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year sentence for coup plotting.
- Ronaldo Caiado, who finished fifth with more than 2.5 million votes, formalized his support to consolidate the right-wing vote before the October 25 run-off against President Lula.
- The election result remains a critical indicator for regional trade stability, as the European Union-Mercosur agreement awaits ratification in member states, while Bolsonaro faces President Lula on October 25.
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Amid the controversy over his statements, the right-wing candidate proclaimed his respect for the Magna Carta in case he won the ballot and said he would only promote amendments; he added new support
Flávio Bolsonaro Mulls Constitutional Reforms to 'Re-Democratize' Brazil
Brazilian conservative senator and presidential candidate frontrunner Flávio Bolsonaro on Wednesday stated that he will promote constitutional-level reforms should he be elected president.
The PL tends to start 2027 with 121 deputies and 28 senators
Liberal Party candidate contests presidency on 25 with President Lula in second round
Flávio Bolsonaro says that if elected, he will reduce the criminal majority and approve the chemical castration for paedophiles and rapists. In the first round, he reached 47.03% of the votes, against 45.16% of Lula.
The eldest son of former President Jair Bolsonaro was the most voted in the first round of the Brazilian presidential elections, obtaining just over 2 million than Lula da Silva. Flavio finished with 47.03% of the votes against 45.16% of Lula.
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