Why boulos Is Trending Today?

Guilherme Boulos, a former leader of the homeless workers' movement (MTST) and a defeated candidate in the São Paulo election, has been appointed as the Secretary-General of the Presidency by Brazil's President Lula. Boulos' appointment comes after a series of delays and his prominent role in street protests. Lula's decision to include Boulos in his cabinet is seen as a move to energize his social base ahead of the 2026 elections. Meanwhile, Boulos' party, PSOL, is considering him as a candidate for the Senate in 2026. The appointment of Boulos has also sparked controversy, with Bolsonaristas associating him with extremism and rehashing past invasions to discredit Lula.