The ongoing crisis within Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) has been exacerbated by Minister Dias Toffoli's handling of the Master case, particularly regarding accusations against banker Daniel Vorcaro. On a recent occasion, Toffoli refused to take on the case related to the establishment of the Master CPI and declared himself suspect in Vorcaro's imprisonment. This decision has drawn mixed reactions from his fellow justices, who criticize him for not having taken a similar stance earlier, suggesting that it could have alleviated much of the public and institutional backlash.

According to some ministers within the STF, Toffoli's attempt to manage the ramifications of the investigations surrounding the Master case ultimately backfired, damaging both his personal reputation and that of the court itself. They argue that by delaying his disassociation from the case, he invited more scrutiny and criticism, as public opinion, reflected by polls such as those by Quaest, suggests a growing dissatisfaction with the court's handling of significant issues.

As investigations into Master continue, there is a widespread expectation among STF members that the fallout from Vorcaro's case is far from over. The situation is likely to remain tense, with potential ramifications during this turbulent period for the judiciary in Brazil, and it poses challenges not only for Toffoli but for the entire Supreme Court's credibility and public trust.