#Jair Bolsonaro
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PoliticsBrazil's Left Masters the Right's Digital Tactics to Secure Lula's Victory
Brazil's leftist Workers' Party successfully adopted and adapted the digital strategies previously employed by the right, particularly through a massive WhatsApp mobilization effort dubbed "Lula's Army," which played a crucial role in Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's presidential election victory.
PoliticsTrump Declares Brazil Election a 'Disgrace' but Refuses to Take Sides
US President Donald Trump described the Brazilian presidential election as a "disgrace" but stated he would not take sides. His remarks came as former Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro fled to the US.
PoliticsFlavio Bolsonaro Flees to Miami After Election Loss and Passport Order Amid Money Laundering Probe
Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has arrived in Miami, Florida, after losing the presidential election and failing to comply with a Supreme Court order to surrender his passports amid a money-laundering investigation. His arrival in the U.S. follows a similar move by his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, after the 2022 election.
PoliticsBrazil's Presidential Runoff: Lula's Leftist Legacy Faces Bolsonaro's Resurgent Right-Wing Movement
Brazil's presidential election is heading to a runoff between leftist President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro. The election highlights a deep political divide and a broader rightward shift in Latin America, with key issues including crime, corruption, and the economy.
PoliticsBrazilian Supreme Court Orders Arrest of Eduardo Bolsonaro Amid Heated Presidential Runoff
A Brazilian Supreme Court justice has issued an arrest warrant for Eduardo Bolsonaro, ordering him to immediately serve a four-year sentence amid a tense presidential runoff.
PoliticsFlavio Bolsonaro Leads Brazil Presidential Race After Defying Polls in First Round
Right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has taken a surprise lead over incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in the first round of Brazil's presidential election, setting up a runoff later this month.
PoliticsBrazil Presidential Election Headed to Run-Off as Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro Clash in First Round
Brazil's presidential election is heading to an October 25 run-off between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro after a surprising first round.
PoliticsBrazil Decides: High-Stakes Polarised Election Pits Lula Against Flavio Bolsonaro
Brazil's presidential election begins with a tight race between left-wing incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-wing challenger Senator Flavio Bolsonaro. Millions of voters are casting ballots amidst key concerns over crime, corruption, and the economy.
PoliticsFinal Push: Lula and Bolsonaro Make Their Closing Arguments in High-Stakes Brazilian Election
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro have concluded their final campaign events ahead of Sunday's critical presidential election, with both candidates expressing confidence in a first-round victory.
PoliticsBrazil's 2026 Presidential Election: Key Candidates, Critical Issues, and What to Expect
Brazilian voters prepare for a polarized 2026 presidential election featuring incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and senator Flavio Bolsonaro amid economic pressures, corruption scandals, and concerns over US intervention.
PoliticsDeadheat in Brazil: Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro Locked in Tight Race Ahead of Election
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro are tied in recent polls as the country's upcoming election approaches. The tight race comes amid rising political tensions and economic pressures involving the United States.
PoliticsBrazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva Boosts Welfare Benefits Ahead of Tight Election
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has announced a 15 percent increase to the Bolsa Familia welfare programme ahead of the upcoming October presidential election.
PoliticsLula's Final Campaign: Inside the Brazilian President's Bid for an Unprecedented Fourth Term
At 80 years old, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has launched his campaign for an unprecedented fourth term, facing a tight race against right-wing challenger Flavio Bolsonaro amid voter concerns over the economy and public security.
PoliticsBrazil Supreme Court Crisis Deepens After Justice Suspends Federal Police Chief
Brazil's Supreme Court rift deepened as Justice Andre Mendonca ordered the suspension of federal police chief Andrei Rodrigues and intelligence chief Leandro Almada, triggering political backlash ahead of the October presidential election.
PoliticsCorruption Scandal Shakes Brazil's Supreme Court Amid Feud Between Justices
Brazil's Supreme Court is engulfed in a corruption scandal as Justices Alexandre de Moraes and Andre Mendonca trade allegations of wrongdoing, threatening the judiciary's reputation ahead of the upcoming presidential election.
PoliticsBrazilian Presidential Candidate Flavio Bolsonaro Promises Strict Debt Ceiling If Elected
Senator Flavio Bolsonaro's economic campaign team announced plans to institute a public debt ceiling if he wins Brazil's upcoming presidential election, aiming to rein in spending and improve fiscal reputation.