Marco Aurélio Carvalho, a lawyer closely associated with President Lula, has spoken out against the Federal Police, defending Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha, who is under investigation for allegedly having ties to INSS frauds. Carvalho characterizes the investigation as misguided, asserting that it is based on non-existent evidence and highlights what he considers to be the inappropriate leaking of case information. Despite his criticisms, he expresses trust in the Federal Police and its leader, Andrei Rodrigues.

In an interview with Folha, Carvalho draws comparisons between the administrations of Lula and his predecessor, Jair Bolsonaro. He notes that during Bolsonaro's tenure, there were instances of government interference in the Federal Police, which he asserts are not occurring in the current administration. Carvalho's comments suggest a belief that while the government should not interfere in law enforcement, the police's role should also be upheld without political bias.

The ongoing investigation into Lulinha, who is the president's son, raises significant political implications in Brazil, especially concerning the perception of political power dynamics and the integrity of law enforcement. Carvalho’s stance reflects broader tensions within Brazilian politics, as public figures navigate accusations, media scrutiny, and the boundaries of governmental authority in legal matters.