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Lula Stands by Jorge Messias for Supreme Court as Nomination Awaits Return From Asia

He aims to bolster Senate support by coupling the choice with a political path for Rodrigo Pacheco.

Lula e Jorge Messias durante cerimônia de desapropriação da Fazenda Brasileira e criação do Assentamento Maila Sabrina, no Paraná. Provável indicado do presidente ao STF, advogado-geral da União tem se posicionado contra interesses do agro e a favor de movimentos como o MST.
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Overview

  • After shelving an announcement before traveling, Lula plans to move on the pick next week once back from Asia, according to reporting.
  • Messias told aides the AGU “chair is not vacant,” pressing for a pause in succession jockeying until the nomination is formalized.
  • Senate President Davi Alcolumbre urged Lula to negotiate first, and Pacheco’s allies claim the senator already has the votes for confirmation.
  • Government interlocutors say rejection of Messias is unlikely, though they anticipate a tighter confirmation margin that will require dealmaking.
  • Lula is reportedly encouraging Pacheco to run for governor of Minas Gerais with the prospect of the next STF vacancy linked to Justice Luiz Fux’s planned 2028 retirement.