Mayor Leaves Position Following Backlash for Marrying 16-year-old Model and Promoting Her Mother


The mayor of Araucaria, a municipality in the Brazilian state of Paraná, Hissam Hussein Dehaini, 65, has left his political party after facing criticism for marrying a 16-year-old beauty queen and then promoting her mother and aunt to top positions.

 

Reportedly, Dehaini married Kauane Rode Camargo, a high school student who was the runner-up in the Miss Araucária contest’s teen category (for girls aged 15 to 17).

 

Following the wedding, Kauane’s mother, Marilene Rode, was promoted to Secretary of Culture of Araucária, from her previous position as a general secretary. Additionally, Marilene’s sister, Elizângela Rode, also holds a commissioner role at City Hall.

 

In response to the public outcry, Dehaini announced his departure from the Citizenship Party one day after the news of his marriage to the teenager made headlines.

 

In a released statement, Dehaini expressed his gratitude for his affiliation with the party since 2009 and his decision to leave.

 

The Public Prosecutor’s Office of Paraná (MPPR) has launched an investigation, particularly focusing on the timing of the promotion of Kauane’s mother following the marriage.

 

The Municipality of Araucaria defended Marilene’s promotion, stating that she possesses the necessary qualifications with 26 years of experience.

 

Under the Brazilian Civil Code, individuals aged sixteen can marry with authorization from both parents or legal representatives.

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