Senator's Card Game Wins R$120 During Tense Senate Hearing

Brazilian Senator Plays Card Game During CPI das Bets Hearing A curious incident unfolded during a recent session of the CPI das Bets (Parliamentary Commission of Inquiry into Betting) in the Brazilian Senate. Rico Melquiades, a participant in the inquiry, was observed playing a card game at the hearing table. The game, which appeared to be a simple card game, concluded with Melquiades winning R$120. The video of the event quickly spread across social media, prompting a mixture of amusement and criticism. "I won R$120," Melquiades said, according to the video. "Then I stopped. I didn't want to play anymore." The unexpected game during a serious political inquiry has raised questions about the decorum of the Senate proceedings. Some commentators have criticized the display as unprofessional, while others have found it to be a lighthearted moment in a tense political climate. The incident highlights the unpredictable nature of live political events and the power of social media to capture and amplify unexpected moments.