Edinho Silva, national president of the Workers' Party (PT), said the party expects to define its alliance for the Minas Gerais government race within seven days [1].

This decision is critical for the party's regional strategy following the withdrawal of Senator Rodrigo Pacheco (PSB) from the race. The PT must now determine whether to launch its own candidate or support an external name to secure the governorship of the state.

Silva said the announcement during meetings in Brasília with representatives from the Brazilian Democratic Movement (MDB) and other leaders from Minas Gerais [2], [3]. The discussions center on building a supportive platform for President Lula in the region.

"Vamos definir o palanque do PT em Minas Gerais em até uma semana," Silva said [1].

While Silva set a tight timeline, other reports suggest a more fluid situation. Some sources indicate that negotiations with Josué Alencar continue without a definitive deadline, and there are conflicting reports regarding whether the PT in Minas Gerais has already decided to run its own candidate [4], [5].

Silva said that the final positioning would be reached by the end of the week following June 3, 2026 [2]. He noted that the party is still negotiating the details of the alliance to ensure a viable path forward in the state's political landscape.

"A definição do nosso palanque será feita dentro de uma semana, conforme as conversas em Brasília," Silva said [2].

The process involves coordinating between the national leadership and regional party members to avoid internal fractures. The party aims to finalize the strategy to allow its candidate or ally sufficient time to campaign before the election cycle intensifies [3].

"Ainda estamos negociando, mas esperamos ter o posicionamento até o final da semana," Silva said [3].

“"Vamos definir o palanque do PT em Minas Gerais em até uma semana."”

The uncertainty surrounding the PT's candidacy in Minas Gerais reflects the volatility created by Rodrigo Pacheco's exit. By seeking an alliance with the MDB, the PT is attempting to broaden its electoral base in a key state, though the tension between national directives and regional party desires suggests a fragile coalition process.