Jorge Rodrigo Araújo Messias

Jorge Rodrigo Araújo Messias is a Brazilian lawyer and politician, recently nominated by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to serve on the Supreme Federal Court (STF), following the retirement of Minister Luís Roberto Barroso. Known for his pragmatic approach, Messias has a background in various government roles, including serving as the Attorney General of the Union. He gained national attention during the impeachment of former President Dilma Rousseff and has been recognized for his efforts to bridge the gap between the government and the evangelical community. Messias is an advocate for judicial restraint and has expressed a desire to restore the balance of powers among Brazil's institutions.