The debate on the 6x1 proposal continues in the Senate, Lula said his campaign this year was the least organized of his political career, and the TSE will hear an appeal involving the gubernatorial elections in Rio

BRAZIL POLITICS - Report 08 Oct 2026 by Murillo de Aragão and Cristiano Noronha

The debate over ending the 6-on, 1-off (6x1) work schedule continues to advance in the Senate. Yesterday, the Senate held the second discussion session on the proposal. Today, it will hold the third. Lula said this year’s campaign has been the “least organized” he has ever participated in over the course of his political career. First Lady Janja’s role in Lula’s campaign is being questioned and has generated unease within the party and the campaign. Today, the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) will hear an appeal involving Anthony Garotinho’s candidacy and the fate of the 274,411 votes received by the former governor in the first round of the Rio de Janeiro gubernatorial election. Depending on the court’s decision, Douglas Ruas (PL) could be elected in the first round.

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