Brazil Election Heads to Runoff as Bolsonaro Lead Narrows
In Brazil's presidential election on October 4, 2026, Senator Flavio Bolsonaro led with 49.58% of votes against incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's 42.25%, with about 65% of votes counted. Since no candidate crossed the 50% threshold, a runoff is projected. The campaign was marked by corruption scandals, economic concerns, and accusations of U.S. interference.
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