Brazil's Supreme Court minister, Dias Toffoli, has resigned from his role as the reporter for the Master case, a decision made during a closed-door meeting among the Court's ministers. Toffoli's management of the case had faced mounting criticism since last year, intensifying with the ongoing investigations by the Federal Police, which ultimately led to his departure. His insistence on remaining in charge of the case clashed with the growing concerns about the investigation's integrity and transparency, prompting the Court to reassess its leadership on the matter.

Following Toffoli's resignation, Minister André Mendonça has been appointed as the new reporter for the Master case. The decision to transition the reporting role to Mendonça was made by draw during the same meeting that concluded Toffoli's involvement. This move potentially signals a direction shift in the case's management, which is under scrutiny from both political and legal spheres. Notably, only the sitting president of the Court, Edson Fachin, and Toffoli himself were excluded from the selection process to ensure impartiality.

The implications of Toffoli's exit could be significant for the ongoing investigations surrounding Banco Master, as Mendonça takes over a case mired in controversy. With fresh oversight, there may be new momentum in the investigation aimed at uncovering the underlying issues that have sparked public and institutional outcry. This development reflects the judiciary's responsiveness to pressures faced from various sectors over the handling of sensitive cases, particularly those involving financial institutions and public trust.