The Banco Master case has escalated into a significant political issue in Brazil, with the Central Bank failing to manage the situation effectively over the past year, revealing the extent of the fraud involved. Minister Dias Toffoli has taken control of the inquiry, but his removal from the case by the Supreme Court has raised eyebrows as the court simultaneously expressed solidarity with him. Within Congress, there are conflicting opinions about whether to form a Parliamentary Inquiry Commission (CPI) or merely interrogate Daniel Vorcaro, the owner of Banco Master, who holds crucial information regarding the scandal's ramifications.

As political leaders in Brasília engage in a heated debate over the Banco Master issue, they are allegedly missing the larger picture of investigating Vorcaro's connections that could expose deeper corruption. Notably, while much of the focus has been on political maneuvering, the Federal Police remain the only institution successfully delving into the radioactive material of this scandal. Their investigative efforts have led to the few updates that have emerged from the opaque situation surrounding Banco Master, illustrating their importance in uncovering the full scope of the fraud.

Ironically, the idea of creating a new CPI may pose greater risks than benefits, reminiscent of past experiences such as the CPI on the Americanas fraud, which left a bitter impression on the public. As the political battle continues to distract from the critical investigations, the effectiveness of Congress in addressing the Banco Master scandal calls into question their commitment to transparency and accountability in handling financial misconduct.