Gleisi Hoffmann to Run for Paraná Senate at Lula's Urging

Overview

• Allies say Hoffmann agreed to the request and is finishing talks with Paraná leaders before a formal announcement.
• She has told interlocutors she plans to leave the Institutional Relations Ministry in April to comply with election rules.
• Itaipu chief Enio Verri said he will stay in the post at the president’s request rather than pursue a Senate bid.
• PT leaders in the state are weighing a slate with Requião Filho for governor and Hoffmann for the Senate to confront front‑runner Sergio Moro.
• Party sources describe a broader Lula‑led effort to recruit heavyweight candidates to expand the government’s strength in Congress.