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Brazil Election 2026 Heads to Runoff: Flávio Bolsonaro vs Lula After Tight First Round
Brazil’s presidential election is headed to an October 25 runoff after Flávio Bolsonaro won 47.03% of valid first-round votes against President Lula’s 45.16%. Crime, corruption, living costs and Brazil’s relationship with Donald Trump’s United States are set to shape the final contest.