Brazilian Senator Grills Influencer Over Betting Site Promotion

Brazilian Senator Questions Influencer's Betting Site Promotion Brasília, Brazil – A recent hearing of the Brazilian Senate's CPI (Parliamentary Commission of Inquiry) into the impact of betting sites on Brazilian families saw a tense exchange between Senator Soraya Thronicke and prominent influencer Virginia Fonseca. The CPI is investigating potential links between betting companies and organized crime, and the role of influencers in promoting these sites. Senator Thronicke directly addressed Fonseca, questioning her promotion of gambling while noting her family's involvement. "You can influence 53 million Brazilians," Thronicke stated, "but you couldn't influence your husband and mother to stop? If this product were truly good, they wouldn't be gambling." Fonseca responded by stating that she would "rethink the continuity of partnerships with betting sites." This statement follows growing concerns in Brazil regarding the potential harms of unchecked gambling promotion. The CPI's investigation continues, with further testimonies expected in the coming days. The hearing highlights the increasing scrutiny of the relationship between influencers and the gambling industry in Brazil.