Michelle Bolsonaro to Attend Bia Kicis's Senate Candidacy Launch; Her Own Plans Unclear

Former first lady Michelle Bolsonaro is set to attend the launch of her party colleague Bia Kicis's Senate candidacy on Saturday in Brasília. However, her own potential candidacy and presence at the subsequent PL party convention on Sunday remain subjects of speculation.

Bolsonaro has not yet committed to running for the Senate herself. The president of the PL party, Valdemar Costa Neto, expressed hope for her attendance at the convention, which could potentially see her own Senate bid announced. Despite this, Bolsonaro stated on Friday that she is "tied up" with former President Jair Bolsonaro, which is hindering her ability to campaign. She indicated a decision about her own political future would be made by Saturday.

Allies are reportedly preparing to rally behind Bolsonaro's potential Senate run during Kicis's campaign launch. A key factor in her decision-making appears to be the upcoming convention, which would be the first public event where she and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro would share a stage since their reconciliation. The two have not yet appeared together publicly since reconciling.

The uncertainty surrounding Michelle Bolsonaro's candidacy and public appearances highlights the internal dynamics and strategic considerations within the PL party as it prepares for upcoming elections.

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I am tied up with former President Jair Bolsonaro.