Derrite Speeds Exit From São Paulo Security Post to Rejoin Congress and Pursue 2026 Senate Bid

Overview

• Derrite said he will briefly reassume the São Paulo security portfolio around November 24–25 before likely finalizing a return to the Chamber this year.
• He cited a desire to take part in upcoming security debates, including the Public Security PEC and a possible security-focused plenary period under discussion in the Chamber.
• The PL Antifacção passed the Chamber 370–110 after six report versions, stiffening penalties, defining ultraviolent criminal organizations, expanding investigative tools, limiting sentence progression, and adding an illegal mining aggravator while leaving the Anti-Terrorism Law and Federal Police powers unchanged.
• The text moves to the Senate with Alessandro Vieira as relator, who signaled adjustments; Derrite endorsed the choice and said changes would be acceptable if they strengthen the bill.
• Positioning for a 2026 Senate run in São Paulo, Derrite said he has Jair Bolsonaro’s approval and described his shift from PL to PP as coordinated with party leaders.