Brazil's Lula, 80, says 'in great shape' as he launches reelection bid
Summary
Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, age 80, has officially started his campaign for a fourth and likely final term in the October elections. He emphasized his good health and plans to protect Brazil’s resources and defend the country’s independence from foreign influence.Key Facts
- Lula’s Workers’ Party formally endorsed his bid for reelection in the October 2026 election.
- He is 80 years old and said he stays fit by exercising regularly.
- This will be Lula’s seventh presidential race, with this likely his last.
- Lula aims to boost Brazil’s defense industry and protect its rare minerals from foreign control.
- His main opponent, Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, has support from members of U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration and presidents from Argentina and Israel.
- The election is seen as important for the future of Latin America.
- Lula has attracted some centrist political parties and increased his popularity in recent months.
- The campaign focuses on lowering income taxes for low earners and introducing debt forgiveness.
- Lula and his party expressed concerns about foreign influence through social media and electronic voting manipulation.
- Brazil’s Vice President said the country’s electronic voting system is secure and not influenced by foreign countries.
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