Brazilian politicians clash over AI video and alliance talks

In late July 2026, Brazilian political figures clashed over an AI-generated video involving former President Jair Bolsonaro and over potential alliances for the upcoming elections. Flávio Bolsonaro, the former president's son, defended the video, denying any wrongdoing, while some ministers of the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) accused Justice Alexandre de Moraes of interfering in the case. Meanwhile, leaders of the PP party rejected an alliance with Flávio after Tereza Cristina signaled interest in the vice-presidential slot. Flávio's campaign also changed its marketing team amid these controversies.