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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
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Federal Deputy Gorete Pereira from MDB is pointed out by the Federal Police as a political organizer of the scheme to divert INSS benefits

The Federal Police launched a new operation against illegal deductions in pensions and retirements from the INSS, implicating federal deputy Gorete Pereira as a key political figure in the scheme.

Mar 18 • 00:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

By unanimous decision, STF condemns two deputies and a former deputy of the PL for embezzlement of amendments

The Supreme Federal Court (STF) of Brazil has unanimously convicted two current deputies and one former deputy for embezzling public funds designated for health amendments.

Mar 18 • 00:20 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Chinese Embassy 'rebukes' PVEM deputy for recognizing Taiwan as a nation: 'There is only one China'

The Chinese Embassy in Mexico reprimanded a federal deputy for referring to Taiwan as a nation, emphasizing the principle of 'one China.'

Mar 18 • 00:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Frauds at INSS: Association Linked to Deputy Sued by Elderly Woman Who Became President Without Knowing

The Federal Police in Brazil initiated an operation against federal deputy Maria Gorete Pereira after uncovering illegal deductions by the National Association of Retirees and Pensioners (Aapen), whose president, Francisca da Silva de Souza, was deceived into her role.

Mar 17 • 17:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: EPTV 1 Sul de Minas on Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Federal Police claim that a deputy was a political strategist in a scheme related to the INSS.

Mar 17 • 16:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Deputy Gorete Pereira, target of the Federal Police in operation against frauds in INSS, denies involvement in illicit practice

Federal Deputy Gorete Pereira has denied any involvement in illegal activities following a police operation targeting fraud at Brazil's National Institute of Social Security.

Mar 17 • 15:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Frauds at INSS: who is the Ceará lawyer arrested in PF operation linked to federal deputy Gorete Pereira

Ceará lawyer Cecília Rodrigues Mota was arrested during a federal operation investigating unauthorized pension fraud involving Brazil's social security system.

Mar 17 • 14:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PF indicates that CE deputy was the 'political organizer' of a fraud scheme at INSS

Federal Deputy Maria Gorete Pereira is accused of being the political organizer behind a massive fraud scheme involving pension benefits in Brazil.

Mar 17 • 13:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

MDB Deputy bought a R$ 4 million apartment and luxury car with INSS funds, says Federal Police

Federal police are investigating Deputy Gorete Pereira (MDB-CE) for allegedly purchasing a R$ 4 million apartment and a R$ 400,000 luxury car using funds diverted from the INSS through shell companies.

Mar 17 • 13:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Learn who federal deputy Gorete Pereira (MDB-CE) is, target of the Federal Police in operation against frauds in INSS

Federal deputy Gorete Pereira from Ceará is being investigated for alleged involvement in a national scheme of unauthorized deductions from pensions and retirements.

Mar 17 • 10:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police conducts operation against fraud in INSS, and Mendonça mandates electronic ankle bracelet for MDB deputy

The Federal Police of Brazil is conducting an operation targeting national fraud schemes involving INSS benefits, with a specific focus on Deputy Gorete Pereira under electronic monitoring amidst significant financial losses.

Mar 17 • 10:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Justice will try to mediate an agreement between Ratinho, SBT, and Erika Hilton to end the R$ 10 million lawsuit

Brazil's Federal Court is attempting to mediate a settlement between TV host Ratinho, the SBT network, and federal deputy Erika Hilton regarding a R$ 10 million civil lawsuit.

Mar 16 • 17:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Deputy Carol De Toni undergoes surgery in SC

Federal Deputy Carol De Toni underwent successful surgery to treat six fractures in her patella after a fall.

Mar 15 • 15:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PDT welcomes former federal deputy Marília Arraes

The Democratic Labor Party (PDT) welcomed former federal deputy Marília Arraes on social media, amid expectations for her candidacy in the upcoming Senate elections.

Mar 14 • 21:49 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Novo requests the cassation of Erika Hilton and sees an attempt at censorship against Ratinho

The Novo party has formally requested the parliamentary ethics committee to open a process against federal deputy Erika Hilton for alleged misconduct regarding her recent actions against presenter Ratinho.

Mar 14 • 14:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police report on alleged criminal scheme involving federal deputy cites conversations with singer Wesley Safadão and family

The Federal Police of Brazil has implicated federal deputy Júnior Mano in a scheme involving the manipulation of parliamentary amendments and illegal campaign financing, revealing his communications with singer Wesley Safadão and his family.

Mar 14 • 14:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Former Federal Deputy of the DF Paulo Fernando Passes Away

Former Federal Deputy Paulo Fernando of the District Federal passed away at age 59 following a medical emergency.

Mar 14 • 14:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

MPF sues Ratinho and SBT for R$ 10 million for transphobia against Erika Hilton

The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) has filed a lawsuit against TV presenter Carlos Massa (Ratinho) and SBT, seeking R$ 10 million in damages for collective moral harm due to transphobic remarks made against federal deputy Erika Hilton.

Mar 14 • 02:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police uncovers scheme of bidding fraud and campaign financing involving federal deputy from Ceará

The Federal Police's report reveals a fraudulent scheme tied to federal deputy Júnior Mano and former mayor Bebeto Queiroz, involving illegal campaign financing and manipulation of public funds in Ceará.

Mar 14 • 01:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MPF requests R$ 10 million in damages from Ratinho and SBT for transphobic remarks against deputy Erika Hilton

The Federal Public Ministry of Brazil is seeking R$ 10 million in damages from TV host Ratinho and SBT for transphobic comments made against deputy Erika Hilton.

Mar 13 • 20:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

SBT says it resolved the controversy between Ratinho and Erika Hilton and treats the case as solved

SBT has announced that it has resolved the internal controversy involving presenter Ratinho and federal deputy Erika Hilton, claiming the matter is now considered settled.

Mar 13 • 15:12 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

MTST announces protest in front of SBT against transphobic remarks by Ratinho

The MTST is set to protest in front of SBT against transphobic comments made by presenter Ratinho regarding federal deputy Erika Hilton.

Mar 13 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

SBT will talk to Ratinho about Erika Hilton and is considering what to do with the presenter

The Brazilian television network SBT is uncertain about how to handle presenter Ratinho after he insulted federal deputy Erika Hilton during a recent show.

Mar 13 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

SBT President Calls Erika Hilton and Apologizes for Ratinho's Comments

The president of SBT, Daniela Beyruti, called federal deputy Erika Hilton to apologize for transphobic comments made by presenter Ratinho during a live broadcast.

Mar 12 • 23:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Erika Hilton requests the Ministry to suspend Ratinho's program on SBT for 30 days

Brazilian federal deputy Erika Hilton has formally requested the Ministry of Communications to suspend Ratinho's television show for a month following alleged offenses made against her on the program.

Mar 12 • 19:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Erika Hilton accuses Ratinho of transphobia and asks for R$ 10 million: 'I will always be a woman' and he, 'rat'

Federal Deputy Erika Hilton is suing Brazilian TV host Ratinho for transphobia, demanding R$ 10 million in damages after he questioned her gender identity.

Mar 12 • 17:14 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Ratinho Causes Discontent at SBT, and the Network Says It Repudiates Offenses Against Erika Hilton

SBT has expressed discontent over presenter Ratinho's offensive remarks about Federal Deputy Erika Hilton, which do not align with the channel's values.

Mar 12 • 15:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From Lava Jato escort to deputy secretary in Cuiabá: remember the history of 'the Federal Japanese'

Newton Hidenori Ishii, known as 'the Federal Japanese,' has been appointed deputy secretary in Cuiabá, reigniting public discussion around his controversial past during the Lava Jato operation.

Mar 12 • 13:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Know who the deputy is targeted by action against alleged million-dollar embezzlement at the DF Education Secretariat

Deputy Hermeto of the District Federal was searched as part of an investigation into an alleged embezzlement of over R$ 46 million.

Mar 12 • 13:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Operation investigates millionaire embezzlement in the Department of Education of the Federal District; Deputy Hermeto is the target of searches

An operation is underway investigating a significant embezzlement case within the Department of Education of Brazil's Federal District, involving searches at multiple locations including a deputy's home.

Mar 12 • 10:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Paulinho da Força bets on a profile disconnected from Lula and Bolsonaro to be elected to the Senate

Pre-candidate for senator in São Paulo, federal deputy Paulinho da Força aims to leverage his non-affiliated image with Lula and Bolsonaro to secure a Senate seat.

Mar 12 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Why 'Japanese of the Federal' took the position of deputy secretary in Cuiabá despite a conviction for smuggling

Newton Hidenori Ishii, known as the 'Japanese of the Federal', has been appointed deputy secretary in Cuiabá despite his criminal record for smuggling.

Mar 12 • 01:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Relator of the 6x1 Defends Transition Period for Work Hour Reduction

Federal deputy Paulo Azi advocates for a four-year transition period to gradually reduce weekly working hours to address economic sector adjustments.

Mar 11 • 18:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PSOL demands protection for trans women in investigation of center founded by Father Júlio

Federal deputy Erika Hilton and city councilor Amanda Paschoal have requested the São Paulo Public Ministry to consider the welfare of trans women affected by the closure of a community center.

Mar 11 • 17:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Councilman Rubinho Nunes launches candidacy for federal deputy and reestablishes partnership with Marçal

São Paulo councilman Rubinho Nunes has officially announced his candidacy for federal deputy, revitalizing his political alliance with influencer Pablo Marçal amid tensions with the local mayor.

Mar 11 • 14:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Jorginho Mello and Carol de Toni are authorized to visit Bolsonaro at Papudinha; see dates

Supreme Court minister Alexandre de Moraes has authorized visits to former President Jair Bolsonaro in prison by several political figures, including Santa Catarina's governor Jorginho Mello and federal deputy Caroline de Toni.

Mar 10 • 21:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Bolsonaroist Deputy Wants Investigation into 'Sicário' Death

Federal Deputy Evair Vieira de Melo seeks a congressional investigation into the death of Luiz Phillipi Mourão, who was found dead in a police facility, urging the Federal Police director to testify.

Mar 10 • 19:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Trial of Josimar Maranhãozinho and Pastor Gil at the STF takes place this Tuesday (10)

The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil is set to begin the trial of Federal Deputy Josimar Maranhãozinho and Pastor Gil, accused of being involved in a scheme to embezzle parliamentary funds.

Mar 9 • 23:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Dado Dolabella leaves MDB five days after announcing pre-candidacy for deputy

Actor Dado Dolabella has left the Brazilian Democratic Movement (MDB) just five days after announcing his pre-candidacy for federal deputy, citing disagreements with the party's feminist caucus.

Mar 9 • 18:44 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police arrests delegate involved in ex-deputy TH Joias case

The Federal Police of Brazil arrested federal delegate Fabrizio Romano on suspicions related to a case involving former deputy TH Joias, connected to organized crime.

Mar 9 • 14:36 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Judge Eugenia Capuchetti investigates Deputy K Horacio Pietragalla this week in a case of antisemitism

Federal Judge María Eugenia Capuchetti is set to interrogate National Deputy Horacio Pietragalla this week over allegations of antisemitism, abuse of authority, and violation of public official duties.

Mar 7 • 16:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula asks SP city councilor from the PT to run for federal deputy

Brazilian President Lula has invited São Paulo city councilor Luna Zaratini to run for federal deputy in the upcoming elections.

Mar 7 • 13:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Cuauhtémoc Blanco announces lawsuit for moral damage against MC: 'They used my image without my authorization'

Cuauhtémoc Blanco, a federal deputy from Morena, has announced a lawsuit against Movimiento Ciudadano for using his image without permission, amidst ongoing legal issues related to gender violence allegations.

Mar 7 • 00:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nikolas used Vorcaro's jet for meeting with Bolsonaro in 2022 campaign

Federal Deputy Nikolas Ferreira used a plane owned by banker Daniel Vorcaro to meet then-President Jair Bolsonaro in October 2022, coordinating campaign events in Brazil's Northeast region.

Mar 6 • 20:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

AI on the battlefield and in surveillance. Anthropic returns to talks with the Pentagon

Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, is in renewed discussions with U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense Emil Michael to salvage a contract after previous federal orders halted its tool usage due to concerns over mass data analysis.

Mar 5 • 12:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

After receiving criticism, Dado Dolabella mocks Luana Piovani and calls her a 'false accuser'

Dado Dolabella, a Brazilian actor and pre-candidate for federal deputy, mocks his ex-girlfriend Luana Piovani on social media following her criticisms of him.

Mar 5 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Erika Hilton proposes end to retirement for judges convicted of violence

Federal Deputy Erika Hilton proposes a constitutional amendment to eliminate compulsory retirement for judges convicted of violence against women and children.

Mar 5 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Amid a legal dispute, the Cidadania Congress elects Alex Manente as the president of the party

The Cidadania party has elected federal deputy Alex Manente as its new president amidst ongoing internal disputes over leadership.

Mar 4 • 23:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Luana Piovani calls Dado Dolabella's pre-candidacy a ready-made joke

Luana Piovani criticized Dado Dolabella's announcement to run for federal deputy, labeling it as a 'ready-made joke' due to his controversial background.

Mar 4 • 20:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lindbergh requests investigation of Campos Neto for omission in the Master case

Federal deputy Lindbergh Farias has filed a criminal complaint against former Central Bank president Roberto Campos Neto regarding potential involvement in the Master Bank case.

Mar 4 • 20:46 UTC

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