Flávio Bolsonaro, a presidential candidate for the Liberal Party (PL), said he would nominate both men and women to the Supreme Federal Court [1].
The proposal signals a strategy to reshape Brazil's highest court while appealing to female voters during his campaign. By targeting the judiciary, Bolsonaro aims to align the court with his party's constitutional interpretations.
Speaking during an event in Itapetininga, in the interior of São Paulo, Bolsonaro outlined his criteria for future judicial appointments [1]. He said he would indicate four members [2] to the court if he wins the presidency. He said these nominees would be individuals who respect the Constitution, and do not use public resources for personal enrichment [1].
Bolsonaro said his picks would respect taxpayers' money and avoid engaging in persecution [1]. The candidate used the gathering to highlight his intent to bring a different profile of jurists to the bench — one that prioritizes fiscal responsibility and legal restraint.
The event in São Paulo focused heavily on outreach to women. Bolsonaro's promise to include women in his STF nominations is part of a broader effort to diversify the image of his potential administration while maintaining a hardline stance against the current judicial establishment [1].
Throughout the speech, the candidate positioned the Supreme Federal Court as an institution in need of reform. He said the current state of the court necessitates the appointment of members who adhere strictly to the law without pursuing political agendas [1].
“Bolsonaro said he would indicate four members to the court if he wins the presidency.”
This move reflects a broader effort by the PL candidate to challenge the existing composition of the Supreme Federal Court, which has frequently clashed with the Bolsonaro political wing. By promising a mix of genders and emphasizing anti-corruption and constitutional adherence, he is attempting to frame his judicial agenda as one of institutional cleanup rather than purely political replacement.
