# Celina Leão Faces Multi-Sector Challenges in New Brasilia Term Re-elected governor must navigate fiscal crises, healthcare failures, and tense federal relations. - **Source:** [G1 – Globo](https://g1.globo.com) - **Published:** 2026-11-09 - **Topic:** [politics](https://brifing.si/c/politics) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/b616ab0d-ce6b-45f8-be6f-7261dedc70fa ## New Term Priorities Governor Celina Leão begins her new four-year term facing critical administrative hurdles across multiple public sectors. The agenda includes addressing a severe financial crisis at the BRB bank, persistent healthcare system failures, and declining educational performance. These issues represent significant obstacles that require immediate policy intervention to stabilize the regional government. ## BRB Financial Crisis The BRB bank requires a multi-billion real loan to avoid insolvency, creating a direct fiscal burden for the local government. As the majority shareholder, the administration must find ways to settle this debt without compromising public accounts. This economic instability remains a central theme following the intense 2026 electoral campaign period. ## Healthcare System Strain Public health in the Federal District remains under pressure due to hospital overcrowding and severe staff shortages. Recent investigations into patient deaths linked to alleged negligence have forced the government to acknowledge systemic decay. Despite efforts to recruit more doctors, the network continues to struggle with long surgical queues and limited capacity. ## Educational Performance Decline The public education system has seen its Ideb scores fall below the national average, marking a sharp decline from its former status as a national reference. A historical deficit of professionals and recent administrative changes have triggered significant friction with the local teachers' union, Sinpro-DF, leading to strikes and protests. ## Federal Tensions Persist The relationship between Governor Leão and President Lula remains strained due to ongoing political and institutional disputes. Leão has challenged federal laws in the Supreme Court and faced criticism regarding BRB bailout negotiations. Experts emphasize that the governor must now separate these electoral hostilities from essential institutional cooperation with Brasília. ## Cultural Sector Funding The cultural sector has faced chronic underfunding, project delays, and the near-cancellation of major events like the 59th Film Festival. Blocked funds and disputes over the Cultural Support Fund have alienated local artists. Leão has pledged to revitalize these policies, strengthen libraries, and improve financial support across all administrative regions. ## Administrative Policy Shifts The government has already initiated leadership changes, including replacing the Secretary of Education with Thiago Peixoto. However, these rapid shifts have caused friction, with unions accusing the administration of imposing materials and calendars without category participation. Balancing these top-down decisions with stakeholder consensus will be vital for the governor's success. ## Future Governance Outlook As the administration looks toward 2030, the ability to resolve the BRB debt and stabilize essential services will define the legacy of this term. Success depends on navigating the complex intersection of fiscal responsibility and public demand. The governor must now prove she can manage these diverse crises effectively and sustainably. ## Sources covering this story - https://g1.globo.com/df/distrito-federal/noticia/2026/11/09/reeleita-celina-leao-tera-desafios-em-multiplas-areas-no-df-veja-detalhes.ghtml — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._