The Chamber of Ribeirão Preto in São Paulo has initiated a formal investigation into councilor Lincoln Fernandes from the PL party, amid serious allegations of 'rachadinha', which refers to a scheme involving the misappropriation of public funds by various public officials. This decision follows a recommendation from the Ethics Council to pursue a processing committee as the most appropriate means to investigate the claims. The drawn members of this committee are tasked with thoroughly examining the case over the next 90 days, culminating in a report that will dictate whether Fernandes will be absolved or face censure, specifically potential removal from office without temporary suspension options.