Flávio Bolsonaro's convention appearance causes friction with Republicanos party

The planned appearance of Flávio Bolsonaro at a convention hosted by São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas on Saturday has created unease within the Republicanos party, Freitas's own political affiliation. Marcos Pereira, the national president of the Republicanos, reportedly did not extend an invitation to Bolsonaro for the event.

Allies of Pereira indicate that the relationship between the Republicanos and the PL party, to which Bolsonaro belongs, has been strained for some time. Several factors contribute to this friction. These include persistent efforts by the PL party to recruit Governor Freitas in recent years and past criticisms leveled by federal deputy Eduardo Bolsonaro, Flávio's brother, against the Republicanos, whom he once labeled a "left-wing party."

Further complicating matters is the Republicanos' objection to Flávio Bolsonaro's push for a coalition with their party, specifically his desire to secure a nomination for Daniella Marques, a former president of Caixa Econômica Federal and a recent addition to the Republicanos party. There is also a perception that the ongoing crises surrounding the presidential campaign could negatively impact the governor. Despite the Republicanos leadership's resistance, Flávio Bolsonaro is expected to attend the convention at the request of Tarcísio de Freitas, who has publicly shown support for the PL senator.