PP Steps Up Pressure on Tarcísio, Weighs Own 2026 Bid for São Paulo Governor

Overview

• In a note released Saturday, the PP’s São Paulo directory said it is evaluating a standalone candidacy for the Palácio dos Bandeirantes in 2026.
• The statement reported a “growing discontent” among PP mayors and flagged communication difficulties with the state administration.
• Party leaders linked the move to Flávio Bolsonaro’s presidential pre-candidacy, arguing a governor aligned with the PP’s national project would bolster proportional slates in the state.
• The PP says it counts 54 mayors in São Paulo and is discussing potential gubernatorial names, with reports citing Filipe Sabará and Ricardo Salles as under consideration.
• Governor Tarcísio has already signaled a reelection run, while Flávio Bolsonaro publicly said he and Tarcísio are “more together than ever.”