Gonet gains a reprieve after vote, but a faction of the PGR assesses that the wear and tear remains
A faction of sub-prosecutors states that the vote does not dispel distrust regarding the relationship with former banker Daniel Vorcaro
TL;DR
- The administrative procedure that could have resulted in an investigation against Paulo Gonet was archived by a vote of five to four in the Superior Council of the Federal Public Prosecutor's Office (MPF).
- The close vote highlighted internal divisions within the MPF regarding Gonet's actions in the Banco Master case.
- The controversy involves mentions of Gonet in messages from former banker Daniel Vorcaro and a photograph of Gonet with Vorcaro at a London event.
- Gonet denied any close relationship or friendship with Vorcaro and asserted his eligibility to continue acting in procedures related to Banco Master.
- Critics within the MPF believe the vote does not sufficiently dissipate distrust concerning Gonet's relationship with Vorcaro.
- Some believe Gonet may reduce his exposure in the Banco Master case by delegating more responsibilities to other prosecutors.