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APTOPIX Brazil Election
Opposition presidential candidate Sen. Flavio Bolsonaro speaks after voting during general elections in Rio de Janeiro, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026.
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Brazilians are voting in a pivotal presidential election featuring incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro. Preelection polls suggest both have a chance of an outright victory. A runoff will occur on Oct. 25 if neither secures a majority. Nearly 159 million Brazilians are eligible to vote in this crucial showdown for Latin America’s powerhouse economy. Bolsonaro is an ally of U.S. President Donald Trump and the son of ex-leader Jair Bolsonaro who Lula defeated four years ago. This election could significantly impact Brazil's future direction.
