Brazil votes in deeply polarised election pitting Lula against Bolsonaro

Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: October 4, 2026Country: Brazil

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Brazil votes in deeply polarised election pitting Lula against Bolsonaro

Voters in Brazil participated in a highly polarized presidential election, with incumbent left-wing Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva seeking a fourth term against Flavio Bolsonaro, a senator and son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, representing the right. Over 160 million registered voters were eligible to vote for presidents, lawmakers, governors, and senators. If no candidate secures more than 50% of the votes, a runoff will be held on October 25 between Lula and Bolsonaro. Polls indicate a close race, with Lula holding a slight lead.

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