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Brazil presidential race shows Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro in tight competition

Recent polling data indicates a highly competitive presidential race in Brazil between incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and challenger Flávio Bolsonaro. While various surveys show Lula leading in the first round, several polls, including Quaest and Futura Inteligência, suggest a technical tie or a narrow lead for Flávio Bolsonaro in potential second-round runoff scenarios.

The political landscape is further complicated by an ongoing crisis involving the Supreme Federal Court (STF). Candidates are actively incorporating the judicial instability into their campaigns; Flávio Bolsonaro has used the tension to criticize the current administration, while Lula has adjusted his communication strategy to address Supreme Court justices directly. Additionally, candidate Augusto Cury has proposed significant institutional reforms, including a transition to a semi-presidential regime and eight-year mandates for Supreme Court justices.

Separately, reports indicate that Flávio Bolsonaro utilized an apartment owned by lawyer Willer Tomaz, who is currently under Federal Police investigation in connection with the 'Sem Desconto' operation.

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Alexandre de Moraes · Augusto Cury · Brasil · Brazil · CNT/MDA · Daniel Vorcaro · Flávio Bolsonaro · Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva · PL · PT · Quaest · Supreme Federal Court

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