União Brasil and PSD are gearing up for a significant role in the 2026 elections. Both parties, part of Lula’s supporting Centrão group, are exploring different paths.
União Brasil contemplates an independent presidential bid and leadership in Congress. Meanwhile, PSD looks to support Lula’s potential re-election.
With new leadership, União Brasil aims for greater autonomy and more funding by possibly forming a federation with the PP and the Republicans.
PSD, led by Gilberto Kassab, focuses on acquiring mayoralties and targeting leadership roles in legislative chambers.
Additionally, alliances form for 2025 Chamber and Senate leadership, with Elmar Nascimento (União Brasil) and Eliziane Gama (PSD) as contenders.
Lula supports strategic alliances, including Eduardo Paes’ (PSD) re-election in Rio and backing Rodrigo Pacheco in Minas Gerais.
After a political rally by Bolsonaro, Kassab heard a call from Alexandre Silveira (PSD) to support Lula’s re-election, a decision Kassab has not yet made public.
Overcoming internal divisions, União Brasil is poised to dominate both legislative houses, a move supported by leaders like Ronaldo Caiado and ACM Neto.
However, they emphasize a conservative majority within the party.
The potential right-wing coalition may support Caiado’s presidential aspirations with substantial funds and media presence.
PSD aims to use its dominance in mayoralties to expand its influence, maintaining a neutral stance between Lula and Bolsonaro.
The strategy highlights PSD’s pivotal role in Brazil’s political scene, shaping potential outcomes for the 2026 elections and beyond.