Flávio Bolsonaro Urges Right-Wing Unity, Calls Tarcísio and Michelle ‘Fundamental’ Allies

Overview

• In a video released Saturday, the senator said a single conservative palanque will come “at the right time” and praised Tarcísio de Freitas as “fundamental” and Michelle Bolsonaro as having an “important role.”
• He reaffirmed that Jair Bolsonaro chose him as the movement’s pre-candidate and said his pre-candidacy “will not be reversed.”
• Tensions flared after Michelle shared a Tarcísio video and liked a “new CEO” comment, followed by a veiled post from Carlos Bolsonaro interpreted as a jab at her.
• Reports say Michelle and Tarcísio helped secure Jair Bolsonaro’s transfer to the Papudinha facility, with alleged contacts involving STF ministers, a narrative that drew pushback from some supporters.
• Campaign specialists warn that multiple conservative bids from figures like Ronaldo Caiado, Romeu Zema and Ratinho Jr., along with minor hopefuls, would benefit Lula, as Flávio prepares an Israel trip to court international allies.