Government Assesses Increasing Electoral Fund From R$1.8 Billion to R$3.7 Billion

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The government is considering raising the electoral fund for next year. The money, earmarked for campaigns of candidates for mayor and councilor in the 2020 municipal elections, could increase from R$1.87 billion (US$468 million) to R$3.7 billion. This is the amount requested by party leaders, who are working to increase the amount of funds earmarked in Subscribe to our Premium Membership Plan. Already Subscribed? Login Here