Luís Marques Mendes declared that his phase in politics is over, acknowledging that he sometimes enjoyed it more than others, although he doesn't rule out returning to political commentary. In February 2025, Marques Mendes presented his candidacy for the Presidency of the Republic, appearing as one of the main rivals of Gouveia e Melo, who was considered the strongest candidate. Over the following months, the two dominated the presidential polls, with Marques Mendes even appearing ahead at times, until the end of the year, in a race that would culminate in the first round of elections in January 2026. Between the two candidates there were tense and unfriendly exchanges.
Raimundo warned PS and Chega that, if they make the State Budget viable, they will have to assume the political responsibilities of that decision. The communist leader sent a message to both parties, noting that PS appears to be willing to make the SB viable, while Chega expresses anxiety for PS to do so, thus avoiding having to assume that position.
The president of the Senate, Davi Alcolumbre (União-AP), has chosen allies of President Lula as rapporteurs for provisional measures and projects considered priorities by the Executive branch. Senator Leila Barros (PDT-DF) will report on the MP that eliminates the so-called "blusinhas tax," which had been stalled and was at risk of expiring without being voted on. The agreement for the vote was reached after a meeting between Alcolumbre, Lula, and the president of the Chamber, Hugo Motta, with a deadline until September 8. Senator Eduardo Braga (MDB-AM) was designated as rapporteur for the bill that regulates the exploration of critical minerals, among other projects.
PSD in Albufeira advocates for a change in the municipality's tourism model, proposing a more qualified, safe, and sustainable tourism that enhances the region and respects the local community. The party presents these proposals as a priority for the tourism development of the area.
Lieutenant General Marco Serronha analyzes the CIA director's visit to Russia, stating that the USA does not accept that Russia shirks previous commitments. The visit may be related to the potential threat that Moscow poses to the three Baltic countries, in a context of geopolitical tensions between Washington and Moscow.
