Minister Gilmar Mendes of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court issued a ruling that suspends the confidentiality breach involving the company Maridt, which is co-owned by fellow Supreme Court Minister Dias Toffoli. This decision comes in response to the actions of the Parliamentary Inquiry Commission on Organized Crime, which had approved measures to access private banking, tax, and telecommunications information about the company. Mendes declared the previous approval process null and void, arguing that such actions violated due process rights.

In his ruling, Mendes stated that any information retrieved under the now-void order must be destroyed immediately to prevent any potential legal or administrative repercussions for the involved entities. The requirement for the urgent communication of his decision to key political figures, including the President of the Federal Senate and the President of the CPI, underscores the significance and urgency of this matter. Mendes's ruling highlights ongoing tensions between the judiciary and legislative branches regarding oversight and protections for individuals involved in high-profile cases.

This legal battle not only reflects the complexities of Brazil's political landscape but also raises questions about the balance of power and the protection of individual rights within the judicial system. The involvement of high-ranking officials like Toffoli in this matter calls into question the motives behind the inquiry and suggests potential implications for future investigations into corruption and organized crime.