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São Caetano Council Opens Probe After Video Shows Members Dancing on Plenary Tables

A temporary ethics panel may be convened to assess possible decorum violations after formal notifications.

Overview

  • The incident was filmed on October 2 following a solemn session honoring the National Day of Older Persons in São Caetano do Sul.
  • Video shows councilors Caio Salgado (PL) and Professor Ródnei (PSD) on top of plenary tables as an Elvis Presley cover performed “Suspicious Minds.”
  • Chamber president Carlos Humberto Seraphim said the board is reviewing the episode, will notify those involved, and may assemble a provisional ethics committee because no standing one exists.
  • Salgado stated the session had concluded, described the moment as lighthearted, and denied any breach of parliamentary decorum.
  • Journalists had not reached Professor Ródnei for comment, and the Elvis performance linked to a local ordinance that established an Elvis Presley Day.