Overview
- Kajuru said he received the Parkinson’s diagnosis in December 2025 and is following a rigorous medical regimen to slow its progression.
- He announced that he will step away from public life and will not seek any office in the 2026 elections.
- He ruled out a PSB-backed bid for a federal deputy seat in São Paulo, stating that his focus is on health.
- He stated that he will officially inform the party of his decision this week.
- His Senate term continues until the end of 2026, after a 2025 medical leave and prior health issues including diabetes and a pancreatic tumor removal in 2019.