Edinho Araújo, former Minister of Ports and a close associate of Michel Temer, has officially announced his resignation from the MDB party after a long 35-year membership. At 76, he aims to position himself as a candidate for federal deputy this year and is looking to join a political party that would support both Michel Temer in his presidential candidacy and Tarcísio de Freitas in his re-election as Governor of São Paulo.

Amid shifting political alliances, the MDB is expected to conduct a survey after the Carnaval festivities to gauge support for Temer's potential candidacy for the presidency. Edinho's departure from the MDB marks a significant movement within the party’s old guard as he distances himself from the current political climate and seeks new opportunities to influence Brazilian politics alongside Temer.

Having served notably in multiple political roles, including four terms as the mayor of São José do Rio Preto and various positions as a federal and state deputy, Edinho's next steps could play a crucial role in upcoming elections. His alignment with Temer and intent to support established candidates signal a holdover from Brazil's earlier political order, suggesting that traditional political affiliations are still influential, even as the country faces new challenges and rivalries in its political landscape.