Renan Calheiros loses election for Senate in Alagoas
Calheiros, who was first elected senator in 1994, came in third place in the race.
TL;DR
- Renan Calheiros was defeated in the 2026 Senate election in Alagoas, ending his 32-year political career.
- Arthur Lira and Marina JHC were elected as senators, surpassing Calheiros.
- Calheiros' political career began in the 1970s, with previous roles including state deputy, federal deputy, Minister of Justice, and Senate President.
- He faced corruption allegations but was absolved and continued to hold leadership positions in the Senate.