TRE-RJ Unanimously Bars Garotinho from Rio Governor Race

Brazil's Regional Electoral Court of Rio de Janeiro (TRE-RJ) unanimously rejected former governor Anthony Garotinho's candidacy for governor, following a request by the regional electoral prosecutor. The ruling removes a prominent candidate from the race, altering the electoral landscape in Rio de Janeiro. The decision is subject to appeal, and its final impact depends on higher court review.