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On Wednesday (01/06), the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) announced the opening of registrations for entities, civil society organizations and higher education institutions to be able to act as observers of this year’s elections. According to the TSE, national observation in this model is unprecedented and seeks to contribute to the improvement of the Brazilian electoral process, increasing transparency and integrity and strengthening public confidence. Currently, parties, candidates, the Public Ministry and the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB) can now follow up.
National Electoral Observation Mission (National MOE)
The National Electoral Observation Mission (National MOE) must independently monitor and evaluate the election, observing compliance with national electoral rules until the end of the election process. International observers have also been called. Electoral authorities have been giving emphasis on the announcement of such transparency and control measures. Recently, politicians, including the Brazilian President, have criticized the electoral system, particularly the electronic ballots, which has been accused of being prone to fraud. No prove has been presented.
New Federal Police group will monitor social networks
On Monday (30/05), media outlets informed that the Federal Police is working on creating a group dedicated to monitoring social networks during the electoral campaign. The team will focus on the fight against fake news, considered one of the body’s biggest challenges in the election year.
