The Unafisco (National Association of Federal Revenue Auditors) released a statement on Friday, asserting its expectation for the removal of precautionary measures imposed on an auditor under investigation for leaking personal information related to the families of Supreme Court ministers Alexandre de Moraes and Luiz Fux. This issue has arisen amidst what Unafisco describes as 'alarmist headlines' and serious insinuations that misrepresent the nature of the case. Instead of suggesting a large-scale conspiracy against the Supreme Court, they clarify that preliminary findings indicate the illegal sale of data by contracted employees rather than a structured scheme.

According to reports from O Globo, it has come to light that two contractors working in the Receita Federal agency in Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro, admitted to selling state tax declarations for R$250 per taxpayer ID. These contractors, who included a security officer and an attendant from Serpro, revealed they had been involved in this scheme for years without knowing the identities of the data owners. This situation highlights significant issues related to data privacy and the potential misuse of confidential information, raising questions about the ethical responsibilities of government contractors and the integrity of public information systems.

The Unafisco's statement aims not only to defend its members but also to address what it sees as a disproportionate reaction to a problem that, in their view, has been blown out of proportion. The call to suspend precautionary measures reflects a broader concern about how legal actions may impact the work and reputations of auditors, particularly in light of sensational media coverage. As the investigation unfolds, it emphasizes the need for careful scrutiny of how sensitive information is handled and the importance of accountability among those managing such data.