The Regional Electoral Court of Amazonas (TRE-AM) has unanimously decided to revoke the mandate of councilwoman Lene Barros, who was elected via the Brazilian Democratic Movement (MDB) in Novo Aripuanã, due to electoral fraud related to gender quota compliance for the 2024 elections. This ruling was made during a session held on Friday, where the court found sufficient evidence to warrant this significant action. In addition to Barros losing her mandate, the tribunal also annulled the Party's Spanish Regularity Act (DRAP), which is essential for validating party participation in elections.

The court's ruling came after an appeal by Gerson Mota Vales, a councilman candidate from the Republicans, who raised concerns over the adherence to the minimum quota of female candidacies required by law. Upon reviewing the evidence, including indications of fictitious candidacies, Judge Giselle Falcone Medina stated that the irregularities were serious enough to undermine the integrity of the electoral process.

This decision not only affects Lene Barros and her party but also serves as a stern warning to other political entities regarding compliance with electoral laws in Brazil. The case highlights ongoing issues concerning gender representation in politics, reinforcing the importance of transparency and accountability in the electoral system, especially given Brazil's significant legislative reforms aimed at improving gender representation in political positions.