The mayor of Cachoeirinha, Sandrimar Alves, has partially adhered to a recommendation from the Tocantins Public Ministry (MPE-TO) by terminating some municipal employees who had family ties within public administration. Despite this, Alves chose to retain relatives in key positions, including his niece, Tauana Ferreira da Silva Moraes, his brother, Edimar Alves, and the first lady, Elaine de Deus. This decision raises questions about the commitment to eradicating nepotism within local government.

The mayor defended his actions by stating that a thorough internal review of all current hires and appointments had been conducted. The review identified several irregularities in the administration's staffing, in accordance with Binding Precedent No. 13 from the Supreme Federal Court (STF), which outlines restrictions against nepotism in public service. Despite terminating some family members from their posts, the retention of certain relatives indicates a selective interpretation of the recommendation, which may undermine public trust in governance.

The Public Ministry's involvement highlights a critical stance on nepotism within Tocantins’s local governments, pushing for greater accountability and transparency. The implications of this case extend beyond Cachoeirinha, as similar situations could be occurring in other municipalities, necessitating a broader examination of nepotistic practices in public administration across Brazil.