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Kassab Puts Tarcísio, Ratinho Jr. and Eduardo Leite on PSD’s 2026 Shortlist

The party leader moved to quash withdrawal rumors by posting a video where presenter Ratinho refutes reports of contacting Lula or influencing his son.

Overview

  • On Nov. 6, PSD president Gilberto Kassab wrote on X that the party is working with three alternatives for the presidency: Tarcísio de Freitas, Ratinho Jr., and Eduardo Leite.
  • Outlets noted it was the first time he named São Paulo governor Tarcísio as a potential contender without conditions.
  • Kassab also shared a video from TV host Ratinho denying that his son, Paraná governor Ratinho Jr., had dropped out.
  • In the clip, Ratinho calls the story fake news, says he has not spoken to President Lula about the race, and states he does not interfere in his son's political life.
  • Kassab said the party continues to have the same scenario for next year's presidential race.