The Superior Electoral Court of Brazil (TSE) is set to begin deliberating on resolutions that will establish rules for the 2026 elections. This first session is scheduled for Thursday, with a follow-up extraordinary session planned for the following Monday. According to the electoral calendar, the final approval for these resolutions is due by March 5 of the upcoming year. Among other aspects, these resolutions aim to address key issues such as the use of artificial intelligence in campaigning, guidelines for electoral polls, candidacies, advertising, and financial disclosures.

The reports and proposed resolutions will be presented by the TSE's Vice President, Justice Kassio Nunes Marques, who previously unveiled preliminary versions back in January. Since then, the court has opened a period for public suggestions. This process has garnered significant public interaction, with 1,423 proposals submitted for changes. A selection of these proposals was discussed during a public hearing held at the beginning of the month, reflecting a high level of engagement from the electorate regarding how these resolutions will influence the electoral process.

The discussions at the TSE also highlight growing concerns over the implications of AI usage in elections, including the sharing of fake news and misinformation, such as deepfake content. As Brazil prepares for its next electoral cycle, the emphasis on setting clear regulations regarding the role of technology in elections indicates a proactive approach towards safeguarding the integrity of the democratic process and maintaining public trust in the electoral outcomes.