Sen. Rogério Marinho (PL-RN) said there is nothing to be hidden regarding the relationship between Flávio Bolsonaro and Banco Master [1].
The statements come amid allegations that Daniel Vorcaro, the owner of Banco Master, provided funding for a film about former President Jair Bolsonaro. These claims have created political friction, as some allies and opponents seek clarification on the nature of the financial ties between the pre-candidate and the banker.
Speaking in an interview with CNN Brasil on May 13, Marinho, who coordinates Flávio Bolsonaro's pre-campaign, dismissed rumors of a cover-up. He said that the pre-candidate retraced his steps immediately after the relationship became public [1]. Marinho also said that President Lula has held private meetings with Vorcaro, suggesting that interactions with the banker are not unique to the Bolsonaro family [1].
However, the narrative remains contested among political figures. Former Governor of Goiás Carlos Caiado has called for explanations from Flávio Bolsonaro, suggesting there are still matters to be clarified regarding the alleged funding [2].
Other associates have denied that any financial transaction took place for the cinematic project. Mário Frias said that not a single cent [3] from Vorcaro was invested in the film about the former president [3]. This contradicts reports from InfoMoney, which cited a meeting with members of the Liberal Party (PL) that revealed encounters between Flávio Bolsonaro and Vorcaro, and potential demands related to them [4].
Marinho's defense emphasizes that the situation was handled transparently once it reached the public eye. He said that the connection to the bank owner did not constitute a scandal or an illicit arrangement that required concealment [1].
“"Não há nada a ser abafado sobre Flávio e Master."”
The dispute over Banco Master's alleged involvement in a Bolsonaro-themed film highlights the ongoing tension between the Liberal Party's internal coordination and external political pressure. By linking President Lula to the same banker, Marinho attempts to neutralize the ethical criticism by framing the relationship as standard political networking rather than a specific financial irregularity.
