Renan Santos, president of the Missão party, has announced his candidacy for the presidency of Brazil alongside vice-presidential candidate Aroldo Medina [1, 2, 3, 4].
The launch marks the first time the Missão party will appear on a national ballot, positioning itself as a disruptive force in the 2026 election. By introducing a detailed government plan, the party aims to establish a policy-driven identity centered on fiscal austerity and public safety.
As part of the announcement, Santos unveiled the "Livro Amarelo," a government-plan document that outlines the party's core objectives [1, 3]. The centerpiece of this platform is a proposed fiscal adjustment totaling R$ 3.3 trillion [1]. In addition to the budget cuts, the plan emphasizes comprehensive labor reforms, and a security-focused agenda to address crime and law enforcement [1, 3].
Aroldo Medina, a reserve military officer, joins the ticket as the candidate for vice president [1, 2, 3, 4]. The inclusion of a military figure suggests a strategic alignment with the security priorities detailed in the party's platform.
Reports on the event's timing and location vary. Some reports place the launch in the east zone of São Paulo on Saturday, July 1 [1]. Other accounts indicate the event took place in Caxias do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, on July 2 [3, 4].
Santos has also addressed the current political landscape in relation to his predecessors. "Lula está aí porque Bolsonaro foi presidente," Santos said [2].
The Missão party intends for the "Livro Amarelo" to serve as the primary roadmap for its administration should the ticket win the presidency [1, 3].
“"Lula está aí porque Bolsonaro foi presidente"”
The entry of the Missão party into the presidential race introduces a platform of aggressive fiscal contraction and military-backed security. The proposed R$ 3.3 trillion adjustment suggests a shift toward extreme austerity that could challenge the existing economic consensus in Brazil, while the selection of a reserve officer for the vice presidency signals an appeal to conservative and security-oriented voters.
