Minister Dias Toffoli of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) publicly disclosed on Thursday that he is a partner in the company Maridt, which has recently come under scrutiny. His statement addresses concerns regarding his potential connections to Daniel Vorcaro, the owner of Banco Master, who is currently facing investigations by federal authorities. Toffoli emphasized that he has no personal or financial relationship with Vorcaro.

According to Toffoli's office, while he is indeed part of Maridt's social structure, the management of the company is handled by relatives, a situation that adheres to the Organic Law of the Judiciary (Loman). This law permits magistrates like Toffoli to hold shares in companies, provided they do not engage in management roles. Maridt is described as a family business organized as a closed corporation, with proper registration and compliance with federal revenue declaration requirements.

Toffoli's clarification comes against a backdrop of rising tensions over transparency and the integrity of public officials in Brazil. As investigations into Vorcaro deepen, the implications for Toffoli's participation in Maridt could affect public perception of the judiciary's independence and accountability. The ongoing scrutiny raises broader questions about the intersection of personal interests and public duties for government officials in the country.