Elton Ghersel, the General Inspector of Brazil's Federal Public Ministry (MPF), has issued a recommendation advising prosecutors not to express any direct or indirect support for political candidates or parties on social media. The guidance specifically urges members of the MPF to avoid actions such as liking, sharing, or using emojis that carry political connotations, emphasizing the need for neutrality during electoral periods.

Furthermore, prosecutors are instructed to refrain from attending political events that have the character of election campaigning and to abstain from creating or disseminating misinformation, including fake news and deepfakes that could undermine the electoral process. The use of artificial intelligence tools to influence or comment on political matters is also strictly prohibited.

The move has sparked criticism from some prosecutors who feel restricted, particularly one who expressed disappointment over not being able to use a thumbs-down emoji on news about the alleged errors of the Attorney General, Paulo Gonet, who was recently involved in controversy over his attendance at a whiskey tasting event in London, linked to a businessman under investigation for fraud. This regulation highlights the increasing scrutiny and regulations regarding political neutrality within government institutions, aiming to maintain the integrity of the public ministry during the electoral cycle.