São Paulo's electoral propaganda order on TV and radio set by TRE

The order of free electoral airtime for television and radio in São Paulo for the 2026 elections has been finalized by the Regional Electoral Court (TRE-SP). The coalition "Coragem Para Seguir Avançando," led by incumbent governor and candidate Tarcísio de Freitas, secured the first slot for the gubernatorial race.

The draw, conducted on Monday, August 17, determined the broadcast order for candidates vying for the Palácio dos Bandeirantes. Representatives from various parties, federations, coalitions, and media outlets attended the session. The first round of electoral propaganda is scheduled to begin on August 28 and conclude on October 1.

For the Chamber of Deputies race, the Avante party will lead the block propaganda, also initiating the schedule for state deputy candidates. The "Coragem Para Seguir Avançando" coalition will commence the senatorial race broadcasts with candidates André do Prado (PL) and Guilherme Derrite (PP). The order for presidential propaganda will be decided in a separate draw by the Superior Electoral Court (TSE).

Free electoral propaganda will air Monday through Saturday from August 28 to October 1. Daily network programming will consist of 50 minutes, divided into two 25-minute blocks on radio (7 a.m. and 12 p.m.) and television (1:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.). Additionally, candidates will have 30- and 60-second insertions, totaling 70 minutes daily, distributed throughout the broadcasters' schedules between 5 a.m. and midnight. Candidates registered by PCB, PCO, Agir, PSTU, and UP will not have access to free airtime due to performance clauses based on their 2022 election results.