The Ethics Council of the São Paulo Legislative Assembly (Alesp) has announced a disciplinary process against Deputy Lucas Bove from the Liberal Party (PL), potentially leading to his expulsion from office due to a recent incident described as a breach of parliamentary decorum. The altercation, which occurred in September, involved Bove arguing with female deputies who accused him of political gender-based violence. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about the treatment of women in political spaces in Brazil.

Deputy Mônica Seixas from the Socialism and Liberty Party (PSOL), who presented the complaint, has emphasized that Bove's actions exemplify psychological violence and reflect a broader issue of gender-based violence that can escalate to physical violence and femicides. She described the incident as part of a disturbing trend where psychological forms of abuse precede more severe acts of violence against women. Her statement underscores the urgent need for systemic change to address these issues within Brazilian political culture.

The complaint against Bove received unanimous support from several deputies from various parties, indicating a collective stance against such behaviors in the legislature. This action could mark a significant turning point in Brazil's efforts to confront and combat gender violence within political institutions, potentially setting a precedent for how similar cases will be handled in the future.