Overview

• Speaking at a São Paulo business forum on Tuesday, Luís Roberto Barroso said he is considering all possibilities for his future, including remaining on the court.
• Barroso has served more than 12 years on the Supreme Federal Court and may remain until 2033, when he reaches the mandatory retirement age of 75.
• He said he has not decided on an immediate departure and will use a spiritual retreat next month to reflect before choosing his path.
• Barroso acknowledged discussing a potential exit with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva but said no positions were arranged and embassy postings were not agreed.
• He cited a prior plan made with his ex‑wife, who died in 2023, as a former motivation to leave and praised new court president Edson Fachin as a leader of integrity who shares his values.