Brazil TSE and Justice Ministry set PRF rules for 2026 elections

Brazil's Superior Electoral Court and Ministry of Justice signed an agreement regulating Federal Highway Police (PRF) actions during the 2026 elections, including policing and logistical support for extreme weather emergencies. This follows the 2022 election when PRF was accused of political interference, so the new rules aim to prevent similar issues. The agreement marks the first time PRF structure will be used for weather-related emergency logistics, indicating a shift toward institutionalizing electoral security.