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Elmano calls Ciro the 'fifth column of bolsonarismo' and blames Rio for the strength of criminal factions in Ceará
oglobo26 August 2026 at 22:14
The governor of Ceará, Elmano de Freitas (PT), accused rival Ciro Gomes (PSDB) of being the "fifth column of Bolsonaroism in Brazil," stating that Ciro "decided to betray the democratic field in 2024" by supporting Bolsonaro supporter André Fernandes (PL) in the election for mayor of Fortaleza, which was won by PT-backed Evandro Leitão by a narrow margin. During a forum interview with UOL and Folha de S.Paulo, Elmano acknowledged that public security is a problem in the state, while the article also mentions dismissals in the government of Pernambuco and an analysis of Caiado's political path.
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