The War for the TCU Only Has Men; Court Needs a Qualified Minister
A fierce political battle in Brazil's Chamber of Deputies is ongoing for a vacant seat at the Federal Court of Accounts (TCU), highlighting gender disparity and rising political tensions.
SP government opens supplemental credit to cover blocked federal funds for the Santos-Guarujá tunnel
The São Paulo government has issued a decree to open supplemental credit after federal funds for the Santos-Guarujá tunnel were blocked by the TCU.
TCU opens investigation into delays in dialysis funding for SUS; clinics warn of risk to patients
The Brazilian Federal Court of Accounts (TCU) has launched an investigation into funding delays affecting dialysis clinics under the Unified Health System (SUS), raising concerns about patient safety.
TCU suspends federal resources for the Santos-Guarujá tunnel project; understand
The Federal Court of Accounts (TCU) has suspended federal funding for the Santos-Guarujá tunnel project until improvements in governance are presented.
TCU determines that MEC suspend payments of Pé-de-Meia to deceased beneficiaries
The Tribunal de Contas da União (TCU) ordered Brazil's Ministry of Education (MEC) to suspend financial payments from the Pé-de-Meia program to beneficiaries identified with deceased individual's CPF numbers from 2009 to 2023.
TCU suspends R$ 2.6 billion in federal government contributions for the Santos-Guarujá tunnel
The TCU has unanimously suspended R$ 2.6 billion in federal funding for the Santos-Guarujá immersed tunnel project, prohibiting the Port Authority of Santos from using any funds until further notice.
MP requests TCU to investigate Master loan to Motta's sister-in-law
The Brazilian Public Ministry has asked the TCU to investigate a substantial loan from Banco Master to the sister-in-law of the President of the Chamber of Deputies, raising concerns about possible public funding.
TCU uncovers a financial gap of R$ 1.4 billion and maintains suspension of railway
The Brazilian Federal Court (TCU) has discovered a financial gap of R$ 1.4 billion, leading to the continued suspension of the Ferrogão railway concession slated to connect Sinop-MT to the port of Itaituba-BA.
Banco do Brasil says to TCU it has no interest in federalizing BRB
Banco do Brasil has informed the Brazilian Court of Accounts (TCU) that it is not interested in federalizing the Bank of Brasília (BRB).
TCU sees signs of irregularities in requests for disaster funding in MA and sends case to MPF
The Brazilian TCU identified irregularities in federal budget requests for disaster relief by municipalities following heavy rains in Maranhão.
TCU says information on public authorities' participation in private events must be disclosed
The Brazilian TCU confirmed that details about public authorities attending private events must be made public following a request for clarification from a congressional committee.
TCU rejects request to remove Minister Jhonatan de Jesus from overseeing Master case
The Brazilian Tribunal de Contas da União (TCU) has unanimously rejected a request to remove Minister Jhonatan de Jesus from his role in overseeing the case involving the liquidation of Banco Master.
TCU dismisses overpricing, but points to signs of fraud in the extension of Avenida Litorânea
The TCU has cleared some overpricing concerns regarding the extension of Avenida Litorânea but has identified potential fraud in the bidding process.
Uni�o Brasil gives up on having a candidate for the TCU and supports a candidate from the PT
Uni�o Brasil decided not to nominate a candidate for the TCU, bolstering the candidacy of Odair Cunha from the PT party.
Can the TCU review decisions of regulatory agencies?
The Brazilian Supreme Court has upheld a decision that reinstates a regulation by the National Agency of Waterway Transportation regarding terminal charges, raising questions about the extent of the Court of Audit's authority over regulatory agency decisions.
Public Prosecutor's Office requests removal of the president of IBGE, Marcio Pochmann
The Brazilian Public Prosecutor's Office has called for the suspension of IBGE president Marcio Pochmann due to alleged irregularities in his administration.
Dispute for the TCU splits the Centrão and brings forward the debate on the future of amendments
The battle for the Chamber’s nomination to the TCU has polarized the Centrão and intensified discussions about government influence and parliamentary amendments in Brazil.
It's time for a woman at the TCU
The article discusses the historical lack of female representation in Brazil's Court of Audit (TCU), highlighting that only two women have ever served on the court since its establishment in 1890.
TCU decides to investigate MME for increase in energy auction prices
The Brazilian Tribunal de Contas da União has opened an investigation into the Ministry of Mines and Energy over alleged irregularities related to increased prices in an upcoming energy auction.
TCU requests that Mendonça share possible evidence about authorities' participation in Vorcaro's parties
The TCU has requested evidence from Minister André Mendonça regarding high-ranking authorities' involvement in parties hosted by Daniel Vorcaro.
PGFN advises against judicial action for using tax losses in transactions
The PGFN discourages taxpayers from seeking judicial action to ensure the use of tax loss credits in transactions exceeding a limit set by the TCU.
TCU archives process requesting suspension of Otto Lobo's hearing for the presidency of the Securities Commission
The Court of Audit of the Union (TCU) has archived the request to suspend Otto Lobo's hearing for the presidency of the Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) in the Brazilian Senate.
Lula's government should keep its distance from the TCU dispute
The government of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has chosen not to directly involve itself in the upcoming election for a new minister of the TCU, following the retirement of a current minister.
TCU sets deadline for the Treasury and public banks to inform if they are considering 'federalizing' the BRB
The Brazilian Federal Court of Accounts has given a 15-day deadline for federal banks and the Ministry of Finance to disclose whether they have considered 'federalizing' the Bank of Brasília (BRB).
TCU gives 15 days for Treasury, Caixa, and BB to clarify federalization of BRB
The TCU has set a 15-day deadline for Brazilian financial institutions to clarify the federalization of the BRB amid ongoing financial difficulties and scandals.
TCU sees systemic risk and pressures Aneel over Enel's concession in Rio
Brazil's TCU has identified risks associated with Enel's operations in Rio and is urging Aneel to scrutinize the concession renewal process due to alleged manipulation of service quality metrics.
"I have never had Lei Rouanet in Carnival," says Margareth Menezes about accusation in TCU
Cultural Minister Margareth Menezes stated she has never used resources from the Lei Rouanet for Carnival performances, following an accusation regarding her participation in a Carnival block in Salvador.
TCU will maintain oversight over pension funds with public sponsorship, decides STF
The Brazilian Supreme Court ruled that the Court of Audit of the Union (TCU) will continue to oversee pension funds sponsored by state companies and banks.
TCU summons the State of SP for explanations about the Santos-Guarujá tunnel contract
The União Court of Accounts has summoned the São Paulo government to explain the signing of a public-private partnership contract for the Santos-Guarujá immersed tunnel without the involvement of the Port Authority of Santos.
TCU gives 15 days for STF, STJ, and TST to justify exclusive VIP rooms at Brasília Airport
The Brazilian Federal Court of Accounts (TCU) has given 15 days for the Supreme Federal Court, Superior Court of Justice, and Superior Labor Court to justify their exclusive VIP room contracts at Brasília International Airport.
Aneel splits the energy transmission auction into two dates to await TCU approval
Aneel has decided to divide the upcoming energy transmission auction into two sessions due to pending approval from the TCU concerning certain assets.
Public Accounts Ministry requests TCU to lift secrecy of the Master case
The Brazilian Public Accounts Ministry has requested the TCU to lift the total secrecy imposed on the investigation involving the Central Bank and the liquidation of Banco Master.
Government bets on division of the opposition to elect a member of the Workers' Party to the TCU
The Lula government is encouraging multiple candidates from opposition parties to run in the contest for a seat on the TCU, aiming to secure a majority for its candidate, Odair Cunha.
TCU consolidates data on task force that monitors state-owned companies at risk to public accounts
The Brazilian TCU is consolidating data on a task force monitoring nine state-owned enterprises identified as fiscal risks to public finances.
TCU still evaluates how to handle Vorcaro's parties with authorities
The TCU is considering whether to investigate the participation of politicians and authorities at parties organized by former banker Daniel Vorcaro in Brazil.
Owner of subcontractor for work on Litorânea is a public servant and owner of a cosmetics company, says TCU
The owner of Agla’S Infraestrutura Ltda., a subcontractor for a project on Avenida Litorânea, is also a public servant in Maranhão, which violates state regulations.
Former Mayor and Former Secretary Convicted by TCU for Irregularities in Purchasing Covid Tests in AC
Former Mayor of Sena Madureira, Mazinho Serafim, and former Health Secretary, Nildete Lira do Nascimento, have been convicted for irregularities in the procurement of Covid-19 tests.
TCU points out irregularities in the R$ 235 million extension of Avenida Litorânea in São Luís
The Brazilian Court of Accounts identified irregularities in the R$ 235 million extension project for Avenida Litorânea, which connects São Luís to São José de Ribamar.
Daily summary #1864: Rio meets carnival champion this Wednesday; Virginia reacts to racism case against boyfriend Vini Jr; Lula sanctions with vetoes salary increase for Chamber, Senate, and TCU servers
The article provides a summary of key news items, including the announcement of the Rio Carnival champion, Virginia's reaction to a racism incident involving her boyfriend, and Lula's decision regarding salary increases for government officials.
Lula vetoes super-salaries in the Chamber, Senate, and TCU
Brazilian President Lula has partially vetoed laws that would increase salaries for employees in the Chamber of Deputies, Senate, and the Federal Court of Accounts by approximately 9%.
Presence of authorities at Vorcaro's parties becomes the target of an investigation request at the TCU
The Public Ministry has recommended an investigation into federal authorities who attended parties at Daniel Vorcaro's vacation home in Bahia.
Lula sanctions adjustment for servers of the Chamber, Senate and TCU, and vetoes amounts above the constitutional ceiling
President Lula has partially sanctioned a pay raise for employees of the Brazilian Congress and the Court of Accounts while vetoing prospective increases that exceed constitutional pay limits.
Novo triggers TCU after Janja uses Planalto in organizing carnival float where Lula will parade
Brazil's Novo party has taken legal action against the President's office for allegedly misusing government resources to organize a carnival float honoring President Lula.
MP requests TCU to suspend the salary payment of STJ Minister Marco Buzzi during his suspension
The Brazilian Public Ministry has requested the suspension of salary payments for STJ Minister Marco Buzzi while he is under investigation for sexual harassment allegations.
TCU points out distortions in Simples and corporate taxation and recommends a review of IR
The TCU has conducted an audit on income taxation and recommends that the federal government propose legislative changes to reform corporate taxation and revise the personal income tax table.
TCU identifies flaws in R$ 750 million advertising bidding for Banco do Brasil
The Brazilian Court of Accounts (TCU) found significant transparency issues in a R$ 750 million advertising bid by Banco do Brasil.
Renan says TCU minister was pressured by the centrão to 'unsell' Master
Senator Renan Calheiros claims that the TCU minister was pressured by the centrão political faction to reverse the liquidation of Banco Master.
Daily Summary of JN: TCU Minister Restricts Central Bank Access to Master Process; Suspect Throws Money Out the Window During PF Operation on Rioprevidência and Master
A TCU minister has limited the Central Bank's access to the Master case, amid ongoing investigations by the federal police into corruption linked to Rioprevidência.
Jhonatan de Jesus, Minister of TCU, restricts Central Bank's access to the Master case
Minister Jhonatan de Jesus of the Tribunal de Contas da União in Brazil has restricted the Central Bank's access to the Master case documentation.
Financial sector entities criticize TCU minister's decision that restricted BC's access to documents in the Master case
A group of financial sector representatives has criticized a recent decision by a TCU minister that imposes restrictions on the Central Bank's access to documents related to the Master case.