BRAZIL ELECTION

May 23 2026POLITICS

Brazil election sees power shift after bank scandal shakes Bolsonaro's camp

Recent polls suggest Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has gained momentum in the presidential race, now leading opposition Senator Flavio Bolsonaro 47% to 43% in a potential runoff. The shift comes after allegations that Flavio may have secured a $24 million investment from the owner of

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Brazil’s Election Showdown: Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro Stand Neck‑and‑Neck

In the run‑up to Brazil’s October elections, a recent survey by Datafolha shows that President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro are practically tied for a potential second round. The poll, conducted between Tuesday and Thursday across 137 municipalities, recorded 46 percent sup

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Feb 19 2025POLITICS

Brazil's Ex-President Bolsonaro Faces Serious Charges

Brazil's former president, Jair Bolsonaro, is in hot water. He's been formally accused of leading a plot to overthrow the government and stay in power after losing the 2022 election to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The country's attorney-general alleges that Bolsonaro was the mastermind behind a crimin

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