Amid STF crisis, Lula tries to distance himself from Moraes
Born in Lauro Müller (SC), he graduated in journalism from Anhanguera University. He worked as a missionary in Ecuador for seven years, where he carried out social work. Currently, he is a reporter at Revista Oeste.
TL;DR
- President Lula denies nominating Minister Alexandre de Moraes to the Supreme Court.
- Alexandre de Moraes was nominated to the STF by former President Michel Temer in 2017.
- Lula's statement is an attempt to distance himself from Moraes amid the Banco Master scandal.
- The press, including Veja editor José Benedito da Silva, reacted to Lula's statement, noting Moraes has become a 'toxic asset' for the president.
- Right-wing politicians, like Flávio Bolsonaro, continue to associate Lula with Moraes, accusing the government of sharing power with the minister.
- The crisis at the Supreme Court and the association of Lula with Moraes are reflected in presidential election polls, with Flávio Bolsonaro and Lula in a close race.