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Presidential runoff under way in Brazil

Presidential runoff under way in Brazil

Summary

Brazilian voters are choosing between incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in a presidential runoff. The campaign has focused on corruption scandals, economic difficulties and allegations of U.S. interference, which Washington denies.

Key Facts

  • The presidential runoff is taking place on October 25, 2026.
  • The candidates are incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro.
  • Flávio Bolsonaro is the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro.
  • Flávio Bolsonaro led the vote in the first round earlier in October, according to the article.
  • The article describes the runoff race as close.
  • Corruption scandals and economic difficulties have featured prominently in the campaign.
  • The campaign has included allegations of U.S. interference, which Washington has denied.
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