The Superior Court of Justice (STJ) in Brazil has decided to extend the deadline for the completion of an internal investigation concerning Minister Marco Buzzi, who is facing sexual harassment allegations. The new deadline is set for April 14, and Buzzi has denied the accusations against him. The STJ had previously voted unanimously to suspend him from his duties while the investigation is ongoing, which also prohibits him from entering the court's premises.

Originally scheduled for review on April 10, the meeting regarding the investigation's findings has now been rescheduled to April 14 at 4:30 PM. The inquiry could potentially lead to administrative proceedings against Buzzi, with possible punitive measures that could include mandatory retirement. Ministers within the STJ believe that the extension of the deadline will allow for a more thorough investigation, including detailed analyses and witness testimonies.

In the political context surrounding this case, some STJ ministers are suggesting that an alternative for Buzzi could be to voluntarily request retirement, which may allow him to avoid the consequences of the ongoing investigation. This situation reflects the serious nature of misconduct allegations within the Brazilian judiciary and the implications they have for public trust in legal institutions.