politics
май 15, 2026
'It's a police case,' says Lula about the relationship between Flávio and Vorcaro
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated this Thursday (14) that the ties between Senator Flávio Bolsonaro (PL-RJ) and banker Daniel Vorcaro, arrested for financial fraud, are 'a police case'...
TL;DR
- President Lula described the links between Senator Flávio Bolsonaro and banker Daniel Vorcaro as a "police case."
- Vorcaro is arrested on suspicion of leading a criminal organization involved in financial fraud through Banco Master.
- Senator Flávio Bolsonaro allegedly negotiated R$134 million from Vorcaro to finance a biographical film about his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro.
- An audio recording and leaked messages indicate discussions about the film's financing and payments.
- Flávio Bolsonaro admitted seeking private sponsorship for the film but denied any illegal activity or public fund involvement.
- He stated his contact with Vorcaro began after the Bolsonaro government ended and before public accusations against the banker.
- Deputies have filed complaints with authorities to investigate potential illegalities in the transactions.