Quaest Polls Show 2026 Gubernatorial Leaders and Approval Ratings in Key Brazilian States

Recent polling data from Quaest reveals approval ratings for several Brazilian state governors and the leading candidates for the 2026 gubernatorial elections. In Rio de Janeiro, Governor Castro has a 43% approval rating with 41% disapproval, while Eduardo Paes leads the 2026 gubernatorial race with 35% of the vote intentions. Minas Gerais Governor Zema holds a 55% approval rating, and Cleitinho leads the upcoming election with 28%, followed by Kalil at 16%. In Goiás, Governor Caiado's approval stands at 88%, with Daniel Vilela and Marconi Perillo tied in the election race at 26% and 22%, respectively. Paraná's Governor Ratinho Júnior is approved by 84%, and Senator Moro leads the 2026 race with 38%. Pernambuco's Governor Raquel Lyra has 51% approval, and João Campos leads the election with 55%. Bahia's Governor Jerônimo is approved by 59%, while ACM Neto leads the election with 41%. In Rio Grande do Sul, Governor Eduardo Leite has 58% approval, with Juliana Brizola and Coronel Zucco tied in the election at 21% and 20%. São Paulo's Governor Tarcísio has 60% approval and leads the 2026 race with 43%, ahead of Alckmin at 21%. These results provide a snapshot of the political landscape ahead of the 2026 elections across key Brazilian states.