The Supreme Court’s increasing involvement in increasingly political issues has created a new balance of power in the country. Amid growing judicialization, disputes over governance, and institutional prominence, the so-called “presidentialism in robes” raises a central question: to what extent can a court exercise political power without compromising its own legitimacy?

The internal strife within the Supreme Court exposes a crisis that goes beyond the dispute among justices. Amid breaches of confidentiality, mutual accusations, and conflicts of interest, the Court continues to function, but public confidence in its ability to adjudicate with balance and rigor is eroding.

Free campaign airtime still occupies prime time on TV, but it has lost its audience, balance, and purpose. Amid unevenly distributed airtime and campaigns that have turned into spectacles, the challenge is to restore this tool to its original function: presenting concrete proposals and verifiable commitments to voters.

The breach of source confidentiality reignites a broader question about the strength of constitutional guarantees in Brazil. Amid tolerated exceptions, prolonged detentions, and decisions lacking clear guidelines, the Constitution remains merely on paper while its limits are tested on a case-by-case basis.

The 2026 election is already being contested far beyond the ballot box. Amid foreign pressure, court rulings, and behind-the-scenes maneuvering, the vote is competing for attention with forces that can influence the outcome even before voters make their choice.

The untimely death of Allan Nascimento, known as “Puro Osso,” highlights the limits of reason in the face of the inexplicable. More than just a painful farewell, his life story reveals how a brief life—marked by discipline, respect, and affection—can leave a legacy that outlasts time.

The use of an AI-generated avatar in the 2026 presidential campaign tests the limits of the Electoral Court. More than just a discussion about deepfakes, the case raises a crucial question: Will the same standards applied against opponents still hold when the case involves political allies?