Senator Esperidião Amin, a member of the Progressives Party (PP), has raised concerns regarding his support for Flávio Bolsonaro's presidential candidacy after he was overlooked for the Senate slate in Santa Catarina by the Liberal Party (PL). Amin, who has been a supporter of Flávio since December, remarked on the legal implications of his campaign involvement, stating his uncertainty regarding its lawful nature given the current electoral landscape. This skepticism was fueled by the PL's decision to nominate Carlos Bolsonaro and Caroline de Toni to represent their party in the Senate race, leaving Amin without a candidacy in the coalition led by Governor Jorginho Mello.

The political dynamics in Santa Catarina have shifted as the PL, backed by former president Jair Bolsonaro, has strategically removed Amin from the equation, opting for candidates who align more closely with the party's interests. As Amin and the PP consider their alternatives, he hinted at the possibility of either stepping back or forming an alliance with other political figures, including João Rodrigues, the mayor of Chapecó, who is affiliated with the Social Democratic Party (PSD).

Amin's statement highlights the internal tensions within the coalition as the election approaches. The implications of these developments could affect the overall support for Bolsonaro's presidential bid. Amin believes it is the PL's responsibility to clarify their electoral strategy moving forward, raising questions about how this internal discord might influence voter sentiment in the upcoming elections.