On October 13, the Electoral Regional Court of Sergipe (TRE) unanimously decided to annul a previous ruling from September 2025 that had revoked the mandates of Lagarto's mayor, Sérgio Reis, and deputy mayor, Sueli Menezes. The decision came during a plenary session where the defense's appeal was accepted, effectively reversing the first-instance court's decision against the local leaders. The ruling not only reinstates the officials but also returns the case to the Justice Court of Lagarto.

The initial case against Reis and Menezes was brought forward by the municipal and state Republican Party directories, who accused them of economic power abuse and the improper use of communication tools during their campaign. This annulment is significant as it highlights the complexities involved in electoral disputes in Brazil, particularly concerning accusations of misconduct and the power dynamics within local political parties.

As political tensions continue to mount, this ruling may have far-reaching implications for other similar cases across Brazil. The TRE's decision to annul the previous ruling suggests a potential shift in how electoral disputes may be handled in the future, emphasizing the importance of following due process and protecting elected officials from unjust revocations of their mandates.