Flávio Bolsonaro (PL-RJ) received the title of honorary citizen of Belo Horizonte on June 2, 2024 [1].

The event served as a demonstration of right-wing unity in Minas Gerais, signaling a coordinated effort to challenge the influence of the Workers' Party (PT) and federal government leadership.

Following the citizenship ceremony, Bolsonaro joined Governor Romeu Zema (NOVO) at an event called “Megaleite,” which was organized for dairy producers [1]. During the gathering, the two political figures toasted with glasses of milk as a symbolic gesture of support for the local agricultural industry [1].

While participating in the toast, Bolsonaro and Zema explicitly targeted the current administration. “Vamos tirar o PT” (Let's remove the PT), they said [2].

The gathering in Belo Horizonte focused on a political-civic agenda designed to consolidate the right-wing base in one of Brazil's most populous states [1]. By aligning with Zema, Bolsonaro leveraged the event to bridge federal legislative influence with regional executive power, a strategy aimed at building a broader coalition against the PT.

The timing of the event on June 2, 2024 [1], highlights a continued effort by the Bolsonaro family and their allies to maintain visibility and political momentum despite the current federal administration's tenure.

““Vamos tirar o PT””

The alignment between Flávio Bolsonaro and Governor Romeu Zema underscores a strategic effort to unify different factions of the Brazilian right. By combining the symbolic appeal of the dairy industry with a direct challenge to the Workers' Party, these leaders are attempting to create a regional stronghold in Minas Gerais that can serve as a springboard for future national political challenges.