Senator Eliziane Gama (PSD-MA) recently took to the floor to assert that she is the target of a political conspiracy aimed at undermining her candidacy for reelection in Maranhão. While Gama did not name specific individuals responsible for this conspiracy, sources close to her suggest that the state's deputy Fernando Braide (Solidariedade) may be orchestrating these efforts. Braide is closely associated with his brother, Mayor Eduardo Braide of São Luís, who is rumored to be a contender for the governorship against Orleans Brandão (MDB), backed by the current governor Carlos Brandão.

In public statements, Fernando Braide has indicated the necessity of accommodating allies from other parties within the Senate slate, which could potentially exclude Gama from the ticket. Additionally, he is positioning Felipe Camarão (PT), the current vice-governor who has distanced himself from the Brandão family, as another Senate candidate. This tension signifies the fragmentation within the Maranhão political landscape as various factions vie for control ahead of elections.

Senator Gama has claimed that she has the backing of Gilberto Kassab, the national president of PSD, assuring her a spot on the ballot for reelection. However, amid these allegations and political maneuverings, her immediate focus remains on resolving the ongoing conflicts within her party and countering the threats posed by rival candidates as the election approaches.