Councilwoman Tatiana Medeiros, a member of the PSB party, temporarily left her house arrest on Wednesday to attend to eye health issues, including consultations and surgery. She has been under house arrest since April 2025 due to alleged involvement in a vote-buying scheme during the 2024 elections. Her lawyer confirmed that the Electoral Court granted this request, reflecting the legal processes still taking place concerning her case.

The judge overseeing the situation, Júnia Feitosa from the Regional Electoral Tribunal, authorized Medeiros's request for temporary release, highlighting the legal complexities surrounding political cases in Brazil. As of January, the former president of the Tribunal stated that a ruling regarding her case would likely be reached by March 2025, indicating that this high-profile case is still in progress. Officials expect that if the proceedings continue smoothly, the panel of judges could give a final ruling by late February or early March.

The ongoing legal battle for Medeiros not only raises concerns regarding electoral integrity in Brazil but also emphasizes broader issues of corruption in politics. The public monitor closely as the case unfolds, recognizing its potential implications for future electoral practices in the region. The upcoming decision may set important precedents for similar cases in Brazilian politics.