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Brazil's presidential election
A runoff is set for October 25 after Flávio Bolsonaro finished first with about 47% to Lula's 45%, and a Datafolha poll puts him ahead 52% to 48%. He has vowed to free his father from house arrest, a judge issued an arrest warrant for his brother Eduardo, and Lula's government cut federal fuel taxes. Lula's campaign accuses Meta of election interference, and the electoral court gave Meta 48 hours to respond.
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Saturday 10 October
2 developments12:00 UTC· the latest
Lula campaign accuses Meta of election interference; court demands answers
Lula's campaign said its content was blocked on Meta platforms, and Brazil's Superior Electoral Court gave Meta 48 hours to clarify whether it reduced the reach of campaign posts.
BrasíliaBR
2 sourcesAFP, France 24
AFPXSun 11 Oct, 12:30
🇧🇷 The campaign of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva accused tech giant Meta of election interference on Saturday after his social media content was allegedly blocked on the company's platforms. ➡️
The original postFrance 24RSSSun 11 Oct, 13:12
Brazil's Lula accuses social media giant Meta of election interference amid tight run-off campaign Social media platform Meta has 48 hours to respond to claims by Brazil's leftwing candidate and incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's campaign accusing the tech platform
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05:28 UTC
Lula government scraps federal gasoline taxes for 30 days
A new decree eliminates federal taxes on gasoline imports and sales for 30 days, extendable, ahead of the runoff against Flávio Bolsonaro.
BrasíliaBR
1 sourceThe Hindu
The HinduRSSSat 10 Oct, 05:28
Lula’s government in Brazil lowers fuel prices ahead of runoff vote against Flavio Bolsonaro A new decree eliminates federal taxes on the import and sale of gasoline for 30 days, with the possibility of an extension
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Friday 9 October
3 developments15:10 UTC
Flávio Bolsonaro vows to free father from house arrest
He said Jair Bolsonaro would place the presidential sash on him at the inauguration.
1 sourceAFP
AFPXFri 9 Oct, 15:10
🇧🇷 Brazil's right-wing frontrunner Flavio Bolsonaro has vowed that, if elected, he will free his father Jair Bolsonaro from house arrest so that the former leader can place the presidential sash on his son at his inauguration. ➡️
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06:19 UTC
Brazilian judge issues arrest warrant for Eduardo Bolsonaro
A Supreme Court judge ordered the arrest of the candidate's brother weeks before the runoff.
BrasíliaBR
1 sourceAl Jazeera
Al JazeeraRSSFri 9 Oct, 06:19
Brazilian Supreme Court judge issues arrest warrant for Eduardo Bolsonaro Arrest warrant for presidential candidate's brother is issued weeks before Brazil's runoff election.
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02:34 UTC
Third-place Cury endorses Flávio Bolsonaro; poll shows 52-48 lead
Augusto Cury, who won nearly 3% in the first round, endorsed Bolsonaro, and a Datafolha poll put Bolsonaro ahead of Lula 52% to 48%.
1 sourceFrance 24
France 24RSSFri 9 Oct, 02:34
Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro wins third-place candidate’s support against Lula Brazil's right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro secured third-place finisher Augusto Cury's endorsement on Thursday, strengthening his position against incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva ahe
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Thursday 8 October
2 developments16:54 UTC
Flávio Bolsonaro says he would work with US and China
Bolsonaro said he would work with both the US and China if elected, after a surprise first-round showing.
1 sourceBloomberg
BloombergXThu 8 Oct, 16:54
Flávio Bolsonaro said he would work with the US and China if he becomes Brazil’s president, after a surprise election performance left him poised to join a wave of conservative leaders pushing Latin America closer to Washington
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04:15 UTC
Flávio Bolsonaro says he could amend Constitution with Congress majority
The runoff candidate said that, if elected, he could use a majority in Congress to change the Constitution.
1 sourceBloomberg
BloombergXThu 8 Oct, 04:15
Opposition candidate to the presidency Flávio Bolsonaro said he could use a majority in Congress to amend the Constitution if elected president.
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Wednesday 7 October
2 developments20:48 UTC
Thousands of students march in Rio against Flávio Bolsonaro
Students and other protesters marched downtown under the slogan 'no to the father, no to the son' as the runoff campaign began.
Rio de JaneiroBR
2 sourcesAFP, Al Jazeera
AFPXWed 7 Oct, 20:48
🇧🇷 Thousands of people join a student march in downtown Rio de Janeiro to protest against election favorite Flavio Bolsonaro and the prospect of the far-right's return to power in Brazil, as the campaign for a presidential runoff swings into action
The original postAl JazeeraRSSWed 7 Oct, 22:14
‘No to the father, no to the son’: Thousands march in Rio against Bolsonaro Students and other protesters marched against Flavio Bolsonaro after he advanced to Brazil's presidential run-off.
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15:05 UTC
Two center-right parties back Flávio Bolsonaro in runoff
Flávio Bolsonaro won the backing of two center-right parties on Wednesday, a day after a veteran lawmaker endorsed him, bolstering his campaign ahead of a tight runoff.
BrasíliaBR
1 sourceBloomberg
BloombergXWed 7 Oct, 15:05
Brazil presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro won the backing of two center-right parties on Wednesday, a day after a veteran lawmaker endorsed him, bolstering his campaign ahead of a tight runoff
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Tuesday 6 October
2 developments23:05 UTC
Caiado backs Flávio Bolsonaro ahead of Brazil runoff
Veteran lawmaker Ronaldo Caiado endorsed Flávio Bolsonaro as he moves to consolidate first-round rivals' support before a tight runoff.
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1 sourceBloomberg
BloombergXTue 6 Oct, 23:05
Brazil’s right-wing presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro secured the backing of veteran lawmaker Ronaldo Caiado on Tuesday as he moves to consolidate support from first-round rivals before a tight runoff.
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12:26 UTC
Brazilian markets surge as Bolsonaro becomes runoff favourite
Brazilian stocks, bonds and the real rallied as investors saw Flávio Bolsonaro as the favourite in the runoff.
1 sourceReuters
ReutersXTue 6 Oct, 12:26
🔊 Brazilian stocks, bonds and the real are surging as Flávio Bolsonaro emerges as the favorite in the presidential runoff. Hear more about the market reaction on today’s Reuters Morning Bid podcast
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Monday 5 October
2 developments02:30 UTC
Right surges in Brazil's Senate elections, nears impeachment threshold
Conservatives and allies of Flávio Bolsonaro made big Senate gains, moving close to the votes needed to impeach Supreme Court justices.
BrasíliaBR
1 sourceBloomberg
BloombergXMon 5 Oct, 02:30
Conservatives and allies of Flávio Bolsonaro surged in Brazil’s Senate elections, moving the right close to the votes needed to impeach Supreme Court justices and likely escalating its long-running confrontation with the judiciary.
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00:09 UTC
Brazil electoral court confirms Lula-Bolsonaro runoff on October 25
With over 98% counted, Flávio Bolsonaro had 47.3% to Lula's 44.8%, short of the majority needed to win outright. The runoff is set for October 25.
BrasíliaBR
8 sourcesAssociated Press, Al Jazeera English, The Guardian · World, NPR, BBC Breaking, AFP, Al Jazeera
Associated PressXMon 5 Oct, 00:09
Brazil election moves to runoff after Lula and Bolsonaro fail to garner majority vote, electoral court says.
The original postAl Jazeera EnglishXMon 5 Oct, 00:11
BREAKING: Brazil’s electoral authority has said that Lula and Bolsonaro will advance to a runoff on October 25. 🟠 LIVE updates:
The original postThe Guardian · WorldRSSMon 5 Oct, 00:16
Brazil’s presidential race to go to second round as Flávio Bolsonaro leads incumbent Lula Far-right challenger and son of disgraced ex-president Jair Bolsonaro will now face leftwing president in runoff voteBrazil’s presidential race will go to a second round after the far-right
The original postNPRRSSMon 5 Oct, 00:17
Brazil's presidential race heads to Lula–Bolsonaro run-off as right gains ground Now there are two: Brazil heads into a runoff after a first round that failed to fully energize voters, setting the stage for a more polarized contest that Washington is watching very closely.
The original postBBC BreakingXMon 5 Oct, 00:28
Brazil election heads for run-off as Flávio Bolsonaro wins first round over President Lula
The original postAFPXMon 5 Oct, 01:42
Brazilian senator Flavio Bolsonaro, son of the far-right former leader Jair Bolsonaro, finished ahead of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Sunday's election, which will go to a run-off in three weeks.
The original postAl JazeeraRSSMon 5 Oct, 01:55
Brazil’s presidential race: Three key takeaways from the first round Flavio Bolsonaro beat polling expectations as Brazil’s right gained ground, setting up October 25 run-off with Lula.
The original postAl Jazeera EnglishXMon 5 Oct, 03:15
Brazil's elections go into the second round as both presidential candidates Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro fail to secure majority vote in the first round. Al Jazeera's Lucia Newman and Monica Yanakiew report.
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Sunday 4 October
6 developments22:45 UTC
Brazil election heads to runoff as Bolsonaro lead narrows
Reuters' projection shows a runoff. With 64.81% of ballots processed, the electoral court had Flávio Bolsonaro on 49.58% and Lula on 42.25%.
BrasíliaBR
3 sourcesReuters, Топор Live, Al Jazeera English
ReutersXSun 4 Oct, 22:45
Brazil election headed to runoff, projection shows, as Bolsonaro lead narrows
The original postТопор LiveTelegramSun 4 Oct, 22:52RU
⚡️Флавиу Болсонару лидирует в первом туре выборов президента Бразилии с 49,58% голосов, — Высший избирательный суд страны. Данные приведены после обработки 64,81% электронных протоколов. Действующий президент Лула да Силва продолжает сокращать отставание и идёт вторым с 42,
The original postAl Jazeera EnglishXSun 4 Oct, 23:20
With more than 47% of the vote counted, Flavio Bolsonaro is leading with 50.20%, followed by Lula with 41.63%. 🟠 LIVE updates:
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20:14 UTC
Brazil federal police open probe into possible US election interference
Federal police chief Andrei Rodrigues said a preliminary investigation had begun into possible US interference in the presidential election.
BrasíliaBR
1 sourceТопор Live
Топор LiveTelegramSun 4 Oct, 20:14RU
⚡️Федеральная полиция Бразилии начала предварительное расследование возможного вмешательства США в президентские выборы в стране, — глава ведомства Андрей Родригес. [👉 Топор Live. Подписаться](
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20:00 UTC
Polls close in Brazil's tight presidential vote
Voting ended across Brazil with Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro neck and neck. A runoff on October 25 follows if no one tops 50%.
BrasíliaBR
3 sourcesAl Jazeera, Associated Press, BBC World
Al JazeeraRSSSun 4 Oct, 20:00
Brazil election results live: Lula and Bolsonaro locked in a tight race Leftist incumbent Lula is seeking a fourth term in office, facing off against right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro.
The original postAssociated PressXSun 4 Oct, 20:16
Polls have closed in Brazil as voters across the country will decide whether to elect a new president in light of rising violence and concerns over U.S. interference in the country.
The original postBBC WorldRSSSun 4 Oct, 21:11
Polls close in Brazil as Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro remain neck and neck If no candidate gets more than 50% of the vote, the election will go to a run-off on 25 October.
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14:13 UTC
Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro cast their votes
President Lula and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro voted in a tightly contested first round, while long queues formed at polling stations across Brazil.
São PauloBRRio de JaneiroBR
3 sourcesAl Jazeera English, Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera EnglishXSun 4 Oct, 14:13
People wait in line across Brazil to vote in the presidential election, in which incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is facing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro in a tightly contested race. 🔴 LIVE updates:
The original postAl JazeeraRSSSun 4 Oct, 15:05
Lula and Bolsonaro vote in Brazil’s polarised presidential election President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro have voted in a tightly contested election.
The original postAl Jazeera EnglishXSun 4 Oct, 15:30
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro have voted in a tightly contested election that pits Brazil’s left-wing incumbent against the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
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12:05 UTC
Flávio Bolsonaro says he can win in first round
Speaking to supporters, Flávio Bolsonaro said he was convinced there was every chance of winning the election outright in the first round.
1 sourceAl Jazeera English
Al Jazeera EnglishXSun 4 Oct, 12:05
I’m convinced that we have every chance of winning this election in the first round,” Brazil's right-wing candidate Flavio Bolsonaro says in a speech to supporters. 🔴 LIVE updates:
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11:00 UTC
Polls open in Brazil's tight first-round presidential vote
Voting began in Brazil's presidential, gubernatorial and legislative elections, with Lula seeking a fourth non-consecutive term against Flávio Bolsonaro. Polls close at 5pm local time.
BrasíliaBR
6 sourcesThe Guardian · World, Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English
The Guardian · WorldRSSSun 4 Oct, 08:53
Brazil goes to polls in decisive election for future of Latin America Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro face off in battle between leftwing incumbent and far-right son of jailed ex-presidentBrazilians go to the polls on Sunday in the first round of a highly polarised and high-stakes pre
The original postAl JazeeraRSSSun 4 Oct, 10:00
Brazil elections live: Lula faces Bolsonaro in close presidential race Voting to begin in Brazil as Lula seeks a historic fourth term, facing strong opposition from Flavio Bolsonaro.
The original postAl Jazeera EnglishXSun 4 Oct, 11:14
Polls have just opened in Brazil for one of the most tightly contested elections in the country's history. Incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is running for a fourth non-consecutive term, facing off against Flavio Bolsonaro. Al Jazeera’s Lucia Newman reports.
The original postAl JazeeraRSSSun 4 Oct, 11:15
Brazil votes in deeply polarised election pitting Lula against Bolsonaro Close race expected as left-wing leader Lula seeks fourth nonconsecutive term against right-wing Flavio Bolsonaro.
The original postAl Jazeera EnglishXSun 4 Oct, 11:22
We know what’s at stake at the polls,” Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva told people in Sao Paulo before the elections. “On one side, democracy and sovereignty; on the other, barbarism and corruption,” he said. 🔴 LIVE updates:
The original postAl Jazeera EnglishXSun 4 Oct, 11:36
Polls have opened in Brazil for the presidential, gubernatorial and legislative elections Voting will end at 5pm local time (20:00 GMT) – follow our live coverage here:
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Saturday 3 October
3 developments22:45 UTC
Lula and Bolsonaro end campaigns as polls show tight race
The two candidates wrapped up their campaigns Saturday ahead of Sunday's vote, and a pair of new polls showed them locked in a tight race.
2 sourcesBloomberg, AFP
BloombergXSat 3 Oct, 22:45
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro remain locked in a tight race as Brazil prepares to vote in Sunday’s election, according to a pair of new polls
The original postAFPXSat 3 Oct, 23:27
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his rival Flavio Bolsonaro wrapped up their campaigns Saturday ahead of a nail-biter election that has been marred by scandals and mudslinging.
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17:35 UTC
Lula holds final campaign rally in São Paulo
Lula, 80, held his last rally in São Paulo as he seeks a fourth term against Flávio Bolsonaro, on the eve of the first round.
São PauloBR
1 sourceAl Jazeera English
Al Jazeera EnglishXSat 3 Oct, 17:35
Brazil’s President Lula holds his final rally in Sao Paulo as he seeks a fourth term at 80, facing Flavio Bolsonaro. Al Jazeera’s Lucia Newman reports.
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04:58 UTC
Brazil police find no evidence of threat behind US, Australia suspensions
Brazil's federal police said they found no evidence to corroborate the reported threat, after the US and Australia suspended diplomatic operations two days before the election.
BrasíliaBR
2 sourcesAl Jazeera English
Al Jazeera EnglishXSat 3 Oct, 04:58
US and Australia have suspended diplomatic operations in Brazil over security concerns, two days before the country’s presidential election. Brazil’s federal police say they found no evidence to corroborate the reported threat
The original postAl Jazeera EnglishXSat 3 Oct, 05:12
US and Australia have suspended diplomatic operations in Brazil over security concerns, two days before the country’s presidential election. Brazil’s federal police say they found no evidence to corroborate the reported threat
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Friday 2 October
5 developments21:12 UTC
Lula leads huge Rio rally, says only he can stop fascism
The 80-year-old president rallied in Rio de Janeiro two days before the vote, claiming he alone can stop Flávio Bolsonaro's family returning to power.
Rio de JaneiroBR
1 sourceThe Guardian · World
The Guardian · WorldRSSFri 2 Oct, 21:12
Brazil’s Lula says only he can stop rise of fascism under Bolsonaro’s son President leads huge rally in Rio before election on Sunday seen as most important for decadesThe Brazilian president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has claimed he is the only thing standing in the way of far
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16:30 UTC
US and Australia suspend consular services in Brazil before vote
The United States and Australia suspended consular services in Brazil, citing 'security concerns' ahead of Sunday's election.
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2 sourcesBloomberg, AFP
BloombergXFri 2 Oct, 16:30
The US and Australia suspended consular services in Brazil, citing “security concerns” ahead of the country’s general elections on Sunday
The original postAFPXFri 2 Oct, 17:45
The United States and Australia are citing "security concerns" for suspending consular services in Brazil ahead of Sunday's election between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro
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06:09 UTC
Police rule out bomb threat outside Brazil's Supreme Court
A bomb scare outside the Supreme Court in Brasília was ruled out by police, on the day the final election debate was cancelled after Lula and Bolsonaro snubbed it.
BrasíliaBR
2 sourcesAl Jazeera, Al Jazeera English
Al JazeeraRSSFri 2 Oct, 06:09
Election debate cancelled in Brazil, bomb scare outside Supreme Court Brazilian president and opposition candidate snub the final debate ahead of the presidential election.
The original postAl Jazeera EnglishXFri 2 Oct, 07:00
Brazilian President Lula da Silva and his main opponent Flavio Bolsonaro have snubbed a chance at a final debate ahead of the first round of the presidential election on Sunday, while police ruled out a bomb threat outside the country’s Supreme Court.
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03:23 UTC
Lula and Bolsonaro both snub final election debate
Lula chose a popular podcast instead of the debate, while Bolsonaro accused the electoral court of 'censorship' to justify withdrawing.
1 sourceAFP
AFPXFri 2 Oct, 03:23
Lula, Bolsonaro both snub final debate before Brazil election. The leftist incumbent opted to appear on a popular podcast with millions of YouTube subscribers instead, while his right-wing rival accused the electoral court of "censorship" to justify his withdrawal
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02:35 UTC
Survey shows Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro in tight race
A new survey shows President Lula and right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro remain closely matched days before the first round.
2 sourcesAl Jazeera, Bloomberg
Al JazeeraRSSFri 2 Oct, 02:07
Everything you need to know about Brazil’s tight presidential race Voters will soon decide between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
The original postBloombergXFri 2 Oct, 02:35
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro remain in a tight race days before Brazil heads to the polls, according to a new survey
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