Brazil election 2026 updates: Lula faces Bolsonaro in a close race
These were the updates on the 2026 Brazil election voting on October 4.
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Flavio Bolsonaro faces corruption probe weeks before Brazil election
The investigation came to light as Brazil’s Supreme Court unseals files related to the Banco Master corruption scandal.
Brazil Supreme Court rift deepens as justice suspends federal police chief
Allegations of misconduct between two justices threaten to pull court into political battles ahead of upcoming election.
From: NewsFeed
Polls suggest tight presidential race as Brazil marks Independence Day
Brazil has marked Independence Day with the two main candidates for October’s presidential election holding events.
Published On 8 Sep 2026
Brazilian Supreme Court roiled by dispute between justices
The country’s highest court is considering investigations into two judges who have accused each other of wrongdoing.
From: NewsFeed
Lula and Bolsonaro’s son launch rival bids for Brazil presidency
Brazil’s presidential race is officially underway.
Published On 17 Aug 2026
Lula holds slim lead over Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of Brazil election
A new poll shows Lula leading Bolsonaro, but the gap has closed ahead of Brazil’s high-stakes presidential election.
Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro names Alfredo Gaspar as running mate
The announcement comes as Lula warns of foreign interference and polls show a tightening presidential race.
Bolsonaro’s son begins Brazil presidential bid with Netanyahu, Milei kudos
Right-wing candidate Flavio Bolsonaro attracts foreign support, but struggles in polls ahead of matchup with Lula.
US tariffs ‘strengthen’ Lula against Bolsonaro’s son in upcoming elections
With Lula polling ahead and tariffs squeezing Brazil’s economy, the Bolsonaro family’s Washington strategy is faltering.
US to impose new 25 percent tariffs on some Brazilian imports
Beef, coffee and rare-earth materials escaped US tariffs amid trade tensions with Brazil over alleged unfair practices.
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