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Brazil 2026 election: Candidates formalize plans amid legal
Overview
The 2026 Brazilian presidential race has intensified as candidates formalize platforms and legal investigations deepen. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s coalition has released an 84-page program prioritizing national sovereignty and social inequality reduction. However, Lula faces escalating scrutiny as Federal Police investigate his son, Fábio Luís ‘Lulinha’ da Silva, for suspected influence peddling.
New details from the investigation focus on Lulinha’s relationship with lobbyist Roberta Luchsinger. Intercepted messages suggest Luchsinger coordinated business interests and meetings with high-ranking officials, including former chief of staff Marco Aurélio Santana Ribeiro. Investigators are examining whether Luchsinger facilitated access to government agencies for contracts involving medicinal cannabis and dengue prevention kits, potentially worth up to R$ 630 million. Luchsinger’s employer, 3Structure, has secured over R$ 81 million in federal contracts. Additionally, Luchsinger faces numerous lawsuits regarding unpaid debts and taxes. Lulinha’s defense has denied wrongdoing, citing his residence in Spain, and has characterized the release of messages as a ‘criminal leak’.
On the conservative side, Flávio Bolsonaro has officially launched his presidential campaign with Federal Deputy Alfredo Gaspar as his running mate. His platform includes classifying criminal factions as terrorist organizations and revising tax reforms to lower the VAT rate to approximately 20%. The campaign has faced challenges, including low turnout at launch events and reported death threats against Bolsonaro.
Other candidates include Ronaldo Caiado (PSD), proposing a ‘Sulpol’ police force, and Wilson Grassi (Democrata), focusing on animal welfare. Economic policies remain a central battleground, with Renan Santos (Missão) advocating for labor and tax reforms.
Entities
Flávio Bolsonaro · Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva · Brazil · Jair Bolsonaro · Ronaldo Caiado
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"Flávio Bolsonaro announced Alfredo Gaspar as his vice‑presidential candidate for the 2026 election."
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"Senator Tereza Cristina told allies she accepted the invitation to be Flávio Bolsonaro’s vice‑presidential candidate."
The first claim asserts Flávio Bolsonaro announced Alfredo Gaspar as his vice-presidential candidate, while the second claim asserts Senator Tereza Cristina accepted the invitation to be the vice-pres
- [DISPUTED] Flávio Bolsonaro announced Alfredo Gaspar as his vice‑presidential candidate for the 2026 election.
- [DISPUTED] Senator Tereza Cristina told allies she accepted the invitation to be Flávio Bolsonaro’s vice‑presidential candidate.
- [● 36 SOURCES] The investigation concerns alleged attempts to influence the Ministry of Health to facilitate the commercialisation of cannabis‑derived medicines.
- [● 36 SOURCES] President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said his son will not receive any privilege and will be treated like any other citizen.
- [● 35 SOURCES] The investigation is linked to Operation Sem Desconto, which investigates fraudulent INSS pension‑discount schemes.
- [● 34 SOURCES] Lulinha’s defence describes the probe as a “fishing expedition.”
- [● 34 SOURCES] Lobbyist Antonio Carlos Camilo Antunes is alleged to have used Lulinha to influence Ministry of Health officials.
- [● 33 SOURCES] Roberta Luchsinger received about R$ 1.5 million from Antunes for consultancy services linked to the cannabis‑medicinal market.
- [● 28 SOURCES] Supreme Court Justice André Mendonça authorized the Federal Police to open the investigation into Fabio Luis Lula da Silva for alleged influence‑peddling and corruption.
- [● 26 SOURCES] Lulinha is currently residing in Spain and has said he will return to Brazil if charged.
- [● 26 SOURCES] This is the first convention of the Democrata party since it changed its name from Partido da Mulher Brasileira in December 2025.
Timeline
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13 days ago
[POLITICS] 17 sourcesRoberta Luchsinger faces influence peddling probe and debt lawsuitsLobbyist Roberta Luchsinger is under Federal Police investigation for suspected influence peddling involving President Lula’s son, amid reports of millions in government contracts and extensive personal debts.
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17 days ago
[POLITICS] 38 sourcesFábio Luís Lula da Silva under investigation for alleged influence peddlingThe Federal Police are investigating Fábio Luís Lula da Silva for alleged influence peddling involving lobbyist Roberta Luchsinger and government contracts in health and technology.
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21 days ago
[POLITICS] 15 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro campaigns on amnesty and anti-terror security policiesFlávio Bolsonaro is campaigning for amnesty for January 8 defendants and a hardline security policy to classify criminal factions as terrorists, supported by VP candidate Alfredo Gaspar.
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21 days ago
[POLITICS] 5 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro endorses Pablo Marçal amid judicial inquiriesSenator Flávio Bolsonaro endorsed Pablo Marçal for president while facing judicial orders to clarify potential ties to advertiser Eduardo Fischer regarding campaign debts.
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23 days ago
[POLITICS] 107 sourcesTSE prohibits Pablo Marçal from using public funds and participating in debatesThe TSE has unanimously barred presidential candidate Pablo Marçal from using public funds, radio, TV, and debates. Meanwhile, polls show Flávio Bolsonaro in a technical tie with Lula in the Federal District.
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23 days ago
[POLITICS] 12 sourcesRenan Santos faces MPF lawsuit over indigenous remarksPresidential candidate Renan Santos faces an MPF lawsuit for discriminatory remarks against indigenous groups and has disputed security officials in Paraíba regarding his claims of combating organized crime.
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24 days ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesWilson Grassi announces presidential candidacy for DemocrataBusinessman and veterinarian Wilson Grassi has announced his presidential candidacy for Brazil's Democrata party, focusing on animal welfare and the creation of public veterinary hospitals.
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25 days ago
[POLITICS] 55 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro launches presidential campaign with Alfredo GasparFlávio Bolsonaro has launched his presidential campaign with Alfredo Gaspar as his running mate, proposing to treat criminal factions as terrorists and aiming to revise tax reforms within six months.
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26 days ago
[POLITICS] 29 sourcesFábio Luís Lula da Silva under investigation for suspected influence peddlingThe Federal Police are investigating Fábio Luís Lula da Silva (Lulinha) for suspected influence peddling involving lobbyist Roberta Luchsinger and high-ranking government officials.
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26 days ago
[POLITICS] 28 sourcesRonaldo Caiado proposes new security and fiscal policiesPSD presidential candidate Ronaldo Caiado proposes a unified South American police force, strict fiscal spending limits, and 15-year term limits for Supreme Court justices while criticizing Lula's economic and'
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27 days ago
[POLITICS] 23 sourcesMichelle Bolsonaro registers Senate candidacy for Distrito FederalMichelle Bolsonaro has officially registered her candidacy for the Senate in the Distrito Federal, declaring R$ 4.48 million in assets and naming her brother, Diego Torres Dourado, as her first substitute.
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28 days ago
[POLITICS] 20 sourcesRomeu Zema launches presidential campaign in Minas GeraisRomeu Zema launched his presidential campaign in Montes Claros, focusing on public security, anti-corruption, and criticizing the current government and the Supreme Federal Court.
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29 days ago
[POLITICS] 22 sourcesRenan Santos unveils fiscal reform and blockchain-based government planMissão presidential candidate Renan Santos has proposed a fiscal reform plan aiming for R$ 1 trillion in savings and advocated for blockchain technology and crypto-friendly policies in Brazil.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 39 sourcesBrazil Quaest Poll: Lula leads Flávio Bolsonaro in presidential raceA Quaest poll shows President Lula with 38% and Flávio Bolsonaro with 31% in first-round presidential intentions. 48% of voters disapprove of Lula's administration, and 53% believe Brazil is heading in thewrong
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 22 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro faces scrutiny over incorrect academic credentialsFlávio Bolsonaro's campaign is correcting official records after UFRJ denied he holds a postgraduate degree from the university, attributing the error to Wikipedia-sourced misinformation.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 69 sourcesFlávio and Michelle Bolsonaro reconcile ahead of presidential campaign launchMichelle Bolsonaro and Flávio Bolsonaro have reconciled, appearing together in Brasília to record campaign materials for his presidential bid. Flávio will launch his campaign in Copacabana on August 16.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 139 sourcesBrazil presidential race: Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro present competing platformsBrazil's 2026 presidential race intensifies as Lula's coalition presents a sovereignty-focused platform while Flávio Bolsonaro campaigns on judicial reform and security.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 21 sourcesRenan Santos registers presidential candidacy for Brazil's Missão partyRenan Santos and Aroldo Medina of the Missão party have officially registered their presidential candidacy in Brazil, declaring combined assets of approximately R$ 2.4 million to the TSE.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 6 sourcesBrazil President Lula drops PT economic proposals, signals fiscal restraintBrazil's President Lula removed several PT economic proposals, emphasizing fiscal restraint, while Senate candidate Flávio Bolsonaro highlighted his tax‑cut 'tesouraço' agenda with a scissor brooch.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 115 sourcesBrazil elections: Candidate registration deadline set for August 15Brazilian political parties must register candidates by August 15. Key developments include MDB's ticket in Rondônia, PSD's candidate in Rio, and ACM Neto's campaign launch in Bahia.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 126 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro selects Alfredo Gaspar as 2026 vice-presidential candidateFlávio Bolsonaro has announced Alfredo Gaspar as his 2026 vice-presidential candidate, sparking political debate and renewed scrutiny over legal accusations involving Gaspar.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 19 sourcesLulinha faces three STF‑authorized investigations over alleged influenceBrazil’s Supreme Court authorized three investigations into Lulinha for alleged influence trafficking, with the Federal Police handling four probes amid claims of political motivation and assurances of PF’s ind
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 18 sourcesRomeu Zema picks Eduardo Girão as vice‑presidential candidateNovo’s Romeu Zema selects Senator Eduardo Girão as his vice‑presidential running mate, forming an all‑Novo ticket for the 2026 election and prompting Girão to quit his Ceará governor bid.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 150 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro picks Alfredo Gaspar as vice‑presidential running mateFlávio Bolsonaro named deputy Alfredo Gaspar—former prosecutor and INSS‑CPMI relator—as his 2026 vice‑presidential candidate, aiming to boost Northeast support amid party neutrality and a pending sexual‑assault
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 44 sourcesMichelle Bolsonaro confirmed as Senate candidate for Distrito FederalPL confirmed Michelle Bolsonaro as Senate candidate for Distrito Federal; she missed the convention due to a severe migraine, had a nerve‑block, and her brother read her letter. She backed Flávio Bolsonaro’s p
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 50 sourcesJustice Minister Flávio Dino authorizes third federal probe into President Lula’s son Fábio Luís Lula da Silva (Lulinha)Justice Minister Flávio Dino approved a third Federal Police probe into President Lula’s son Lulinha for alleged influence‑peddling benefiting 3Structure IT Ltd and others, plus a separate data‑leak inquiry.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 66 sourcesBrazil permits public service exams during 2026 election yearBrazil allows public service exams in 2026 election year; Dataprev and ABGF registrations close 6 Aug, five other contests lack edital; TSE bans appointments during campaign and the three months before the vote
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 73 sourcesWilson Grassi Júnior Secures Democratic Party Presidential Nomination in BrazilDemocrata party nominated veterinarian Wilson Grassi Júnior for Brazil’s 2026 presidential race; vice‑presidential pick pending.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 115 sourcesLula leads 2026 presidential polls with 48.5% support, widening gap over Flávio BolsonaroLula’s approval hits 48.5% and he leads multiple polls over Flávio Bolsonaro, with margins ranging from 9 to 14 points ahead of the 2026 election.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 18 sourcesPCB nominates economist Edmilson Costa for Brazil's 2026 presidential raceBrazil's Communist Party (PCB) officially nominated economist Edmilson Costa, with Cleusa Santos as running mate, for the 2026 presidential election, proposing financial statisation and suspension of public‑de
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 53 sourcesLula’s vote‑soliciting remarks at Bahia PT convention spark legal actionLula’s vote‑soliciting remarks at a Bahia PT convention led Novo to file a TSE representation seeking fines, video removal and condemnation of Lula and allied officials.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 96 sourcesMichelle Bolsonaro confirmed Senate candidacy for Distrito FederalMichelle Bolsonaro confirmed her Senate run for the Distrito Federal at the PL convention, citing a letter read by her brother; she missed the event due to a severe migraine and related medical treatment.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 5 sourcesBrazil's 2026 Presidential Election: Party Neutrality and Alliance TalksSolidariedade will stay neutral in Brazil's 2026 presidential race, while Flávio Bolsonaro respects PP's neutrality but keeps seeking an alliance before the Aug 5 VP deadline.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesLeonardo Avalanche Wins PRTB Nomination for 2026 Presidential ElectionLeonardo Avalanche, PRTB president, was confirmed as the party’s 2026 presidential candidate at a Goiânia convention, outlining tax and economic reforms while the vice‑presidential slot remains open.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesBrazil's PSD unveils federal election candidate slates in Pará and RoraimaBrazil's PSD confirmed 18 Chamber candidates and Senate endorsements in Pará, and set a convention to nominate Helena Lima for the Senate in Roraima.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 35 sourcesLula urges unity at Ceará PT convention, denounces foreign interferenceLula attended the Ceará PT convention, promoted a joint vote with Governor Elmano de Freitas, denounced Trump and Milei’s interference, called for more universities, and criticised the Senate and Bolsonaro’s疫情‑
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 45 sourcesRenan Santos launches presidential bid, unveils 'Livro Amarelo' platformRenan Santos was officially nominated by Missão on 1 Aug 2026, with Aroldo Medina as VP. The São Paulo event sold tickets up to R$ 7 k, launched a luxury Livro Amarelo, and outlined a platform featuring a R$ 1
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 94 sourcesTarcísio de Freitas launches São Paulo re‑election bid, backs Flávio BolsonaroGovernor Tarcísio de Freitas is the Republicanos candidate for São Paulo re‑election, with Felício Ramuth as running mate, backed by a large coalition and Flávio Bolsonaro’s unconditional support.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 101 sourcesProgressistas Party (PP) declares neutrality, blocks Tereza Cristina as Flávio Bolsonaro's running mateBrazil’s Progressistas Party (PP) chose neutrality in the 2026 presidential race, blocking Senator Tereza Cristina from becoming Flávio Bolsonaro’s vice‑presidential candidate; the decision was made after a Dir
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesFederação União Progressista negotiations shape Senate and gubernatorial candidacies in BrazilBrazilian politicians clarify roles as the Federação União Progressista coordinates Senate and gubernatorial candidacies, with Labanca denying involvement in Pernambuco talks and PP in Mato Grosso awaiting Uniã
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesLula Accused of Seeking $1 Billion to Influence Argentine ElectionFormer deputy Eduardo Bolsonaro claimed President Lula secured US$1 billion via Simone Tebet to aid Sergio Massa’s 2023 Argentine campaign, but offered no proof; Brazil denied any interference.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesArthur Henrique Picks Haroldo Cathedral as Vice‑Governor Candidate in RoraimaArthur Henrique names businessman Haroldo Cathedral as his vice‑governor pick for Roraima's 2026 election, finalizing the PL ticket at a state convention.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 156 sourcesBrazil's President Lula's son Lulinha faces STF‑authorized influence‑trafficking probeBrazil’s Supreme Court authorized a probe into President Lula’s son Lulinha for alleged influence‑trafficking in cannabis‑medicinal deals, citing links to lobbyist “Careca do INSS” and stating the president won
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 22 sourcesBrazilian parties hold August 2026 conventions ahead of electionsBrazilian parties staged multiple state conventions in early August 2026, endorsing candidates such as Adailton Furia (Rondônia), Sergio Moro (Paraná) and Dorinha Seabra (Tocantins) ahead of the 2026 elections.
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about 1 month ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesBrazil limits free election broadcast slots to four presidential candidates in 2026 voteBrazil's 2026 presidential race limits free radio/TV airtime to four candidates—Lula, Flávio Bolsonaro, Ronaldo Caiado, Augusto Cury—due to a stricter performance clause; others like Zema and Santos can still加入
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 37 sourcesLula maintains lead over Flávio Bolsonaro in national and state pollsLula leads Bolsonaro in national polls (44.9 %‑35.8 %) and holds advantages in Bahia, Ceará and Pará; Bolsonaro leads in São Paulo and has the highest rejection rate.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesBrazilian right‑wing leaders Flávio Bolsonaro and Jalles Fontoura face political setbacksFlávio Bolsonaro faces credibility doubts within Brazil's right, while Jalles Fontoura declines a vice‑governor role for Marconi Perillo in Goiás.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesBrazilian political hopefuls Evani Reis and Kaline launch campaigns ahead of 2026 electionsUnion leader Evani Reis becomes Fabiano Contarato's Senate substitute in Espírito Santo, while Green Party candidate Kaline campaigns in Caicó for a state deputy seat in Rio Grande do Norte.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 6 sourcesTocantins Gov. Candidate Dorinha Campaigns on Tourism and State DevelopmentTocantins governor hopeful Dorinha calls for a committed state government and touts tourism investments after visiting Praia da Raposa, allocating over R$ 3.7 M for local development.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 24 sourcesBrazilian 2026 Election Polls Spotlight Senate Race in Rio de Janeiro and Governorship Race in AcrePolls for Brazil's 2026 elections show Benedita da Silva and Marcelo Crivella tied in Rio de Janeiro Senate race, while Alan Rick leads over Mailza Assis for Acre governor.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro's PL Party Delays Vice‑Presidential PickBrazil's Liberal Party (PL) has postponed naming a vice‑presidential candidate for Flávio Bolsonaro, weighing several party and Centrist options while reshuffling other candidacies, including Subtenente Velton
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 198 sourcesBrazil warns of Trump‑Milei‑Bolsonaro alliance amid election controversyBrazil accuses Trump, Milei and Bolsonaro of a coordinated campaign to boost Flávio Bolsonaro, while Lula condemns Milei’s remarks, U.S. ties strain, and legal battles over Bolsonaro’s testimony and AI video es
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 26 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro allies back imprisoned Senate candidate, anticipate US sanctionsFlávio Bolsonaro’s allies warn US Magnitsky sanctions may return for Minister Alexandre de Moraes, while the PL backs imprisoned Márcio Canella as its Rio Senate candidate to keep the Union Brazil alliance.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 9 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro launches presidential bid, eyes astronaut Marcos Pontes for viceFlávio Bolsonaro officially entered Brazil's 2026 presidential race, pledging his father's legacy and facing criticism of rivals. Former astronaut Marcos Pontes offered to be his vice‑presidential candidate, ev
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro files written defense in defamation probe, widening Lula's leadFlávio Bolsonaro submits a written defense in a defamation probe, denying wrongdoing, while his campaign woes give President Lula a modest poll advantage.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 24 sourcesFlavio Bolsonaro nominated; AI video and Brazil‑Argentina diplomatic rowFlavio Bolsonaro was officially nominated by Brazil’s Liberal Party on 25 July 2026 in São Paulo; an AI‑generated video of Jair Bolsonaro was shown, Argentine President Javier Milei’s speech sparked a Brazil‑Ar
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 112 sourcesPSD nominates Ronaldo Caiado for Brazil's 2026 presidential race with Gilberto Kassab as running mateThe PSD announced Ronaldo Caiado as its 2026 presidential candidate, with Gilberto Kassab as running mate; Caiado promises a new government model, assets confiscation for violence against women, and an indulto‑
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 9 sourcesMinas Gerais 2026 gubernatorial race sees Kalil nomination, coalition talks and poll slump for PatrusKalil is PDT’s Minas Gerais governor candidate with new alliance talks; PT’s Patrus Ananias polls at ≤13 %; PCB fields professor Túlio Lopes for the race.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 54 sourcesPará Governor Hana Ghassan Leads Tight Race with Daniel Santos in Latest PollGenial/Quaest poll shows Pará Governor Hana Ghassan at 24 % vs Daniel Santos 20 % first round; 36 %–35 % in simulated runoff; Avante backs Josué Paiva as her running mate.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 13 sourcesSandro Alex nominated by PSD as Paraná governor candidatePSD’s July 25 convention in Curitiba nominated Sandro Alex for Paraná governor, backed by a coalition of PSD, PSDB‑Cidadania, União Progressista and Republicanos, with vice‑candidate to be named by Aug 5 and T
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesEduardo Paes Emerges as Strong Contender for Rio de Janeiro GovernorshipPolitical analysts view Eduardo Paes as a strengthened candidate for Rio de Janeiro governor, with the right‑wing PL fragmented and mayoral leaders moving toward his camp ahead of the 15 August registration.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 22 sourcesAlexandre Kalil confirmed as PDT candidate for Minas Gerais governorPDT officially nominated ex‑Belo Horizonte mayor Alexandre Kalil as its candidate for Minas Gerais governor on 26 July 2026; the party’s vice‑governor and Senate slots remain open.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 23 sourcesBrazil 2026 Election: Parties Convene and Celebrities Enter RacesBrazil's 2026 election sees parties holding conventions (July 20‑Aug 5), celebrities announcing pre‑candidacies, new TSE digital rules banning deepfakes, and scandals like INSS fraud (≈R$6.3 bn) shaping the nas
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 169 sourcesRonaldo Caiado Secures PSD Presidential Nomination as Lula Leads Poll over Flávio BolsonaroPSD nominates Ronaldo Caiado (with Gilberto Kassab) for president; Datafolha poll shows Lula at 48% vs Flávio Bolsonaro 43% in a second‑round, Caiado at ~4%.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 461 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro launches presidential bid at PL convention, attended by Argentine President Javier MileiFlávio Bolsonaro was nominated as PL’s presidential candidate at a São Paulo convention attended by Argentine President Javier Milei, who received the Order of Ipiranga and insulted STF minister Alexandre de Mâ
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesRepublicanos party holds conventions across Brazil as Senate candidacy decision loomsRepublicanos holds conventions in Campo Grande and Minas Gerais, with a key Senate‑to‑governor candidacy decision expected from Senator Cleitinho, influencing right‑wing alliances ahead of Brazil's October vote
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 10 sourcesMichelle Bolsonaro reconciles with son Flávio amid PL family feudMichelle Bolsonaro accepted Flávio Bolsonaro’s apology, urging a meeting to unite the Bolsonaro base, ending a years‑long family feud that has impacted PL internal politics.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 28 sourcesRenan Santos Launches Presidential Run with Federal Police Escort and Mato Grosso TourRenan Santos, Missão’s presidential hopeful, registered his candidacy, got Federal Police escort and toured Mato Grosso promoting civil‑military schools, warning on illegal mining, and citing 9% poll support.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesBrazilian 2026 Senate and State Deputy Candidates AnnouncedBrazilian candidates Hilton Gonçalo (Senate, Maranhão) and Nélio Aguiar (state deputy, Pará) were officially announced for the 2026 elections.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 39 sourcesPP‑União Brasil federation chooses neutrality in Brazil's 2026 presidential electionBrazil's PP‑União Brasil federation has declared neutrality in the 2026 presidential election, refusing to back Flávio Bolsonaro and prompting him to look for other party alliances.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 41 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro's 2026 Presidential Bid Meets Alliance Talks and Party NeutralityFlávio Bolsonaro’s 2026 presidential run narrows the gap with Lula, but faces alliance demands from Republicanos, centrist neutrality, and scandal fallout.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 9 sourcesBrazilian Senate race draws new endorsements and pre‑candidaciesSenator Vanderlan Cardoso gains PSDB support for Senate re‑election, while deputy Duarte Júnior confirms an Avante Senate pre‑candidacy, highlighting new alliances ahead of Brazil’s upcoming election.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 6 sourcesBrazilian poll finds 51% of citizens rate Lula government better than BolsonaroA July 2026 PoderData poll of 2,500 Brazilians finds 51% rate Lula’s government better than Bolsonaro’s, up from earlier surveys, with strongest support in the Northeast and among lower‑income voters.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 10 sourcesArthur Henrique named PL candidate for Roraima governorshipPL confirmed ex‑mayor Arthur Henrique as its Roraima governor candidate, with Gerlane Baccarin as running mate; the convention also set Senate tickets and noted his earlier supplemental election win.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 28 sourcesRonaldo Caiado slams Flávio and Eduardo Bolsonaro over embassy meeting and green‑card controversyRonaldo Caiado attacks Flávio Bolsonaro’s embassy‑meeting comments and mocks Eduardo Bolsonaro’s US green card, while intra‑right tensions rise over candidacies ahead of the 2026 election.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 28 sourcesRenan Santos officially nominated as presidential candidate by Brazil's Missão partyRenan Santos was officially nominated by Brazil's Missão party on 20 July 2026, with a security‑driven early convention and a “Livro Amarelo” platform that includes a war on crime and fiscal reforms.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesBrazilian Electoral Courts Conduct Training and Public Hearing on Election MattersBrazil’s TRE‑AM offered a 2026 election accounting training, while TRE‑RN held a public hearing on workplace electoral harassment.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 12 sourcesRepublicanos names Anthony Garotinho as candidate for Rio de Janeiro governorshipRepublicanos chose ex‑governor Anthony Garotinho as its Rio de Janeiro gubernatorial candidate for 2026, after an internal vote against André Português and following the STF’s annulment of his prior conviction.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 7 sourcesBrazil's PT Youth Launch 'Congress of the People' Movement for 2026 ElectionPT youth leaders launched the digital 'Congress of the People' movement on 21 July 2026, uniting eight young pre‑candidates from seven states with 13 reform commitments to renew the party's Chamber of Deputies‑
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 9 sourcesBrazil's União Progressista Federation finalizes 2026 candidate slate amid leadership boycott over Flávio BolsonaroBrazil's União Progressista federation approved 55 state and 31 federal candidates for 2026, while party leaders skipped a São Paulo convention amid Senator Flávio Bolsonaro’s presidential outreach.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 16 sourcesRayssa Furlan Leads 2026 Amapá Senate Race in PollPoll shows Rayssa Furlan leading Amapá's 2026 Senate race with 60‑62 % support, ahead of Lucas Barreto and Randolfe Rodrigues; low 10.3 % rejection.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 6 sourcesRio Grande do Sul Senate race: Paulo Pimenta names substitutes and candidates pitch proposalsPaulo Pimenta announced his Rio Grande do Sul Senate ticket with two substitutes, while a Fecomércio‑RS forum saw all Senate pre‑candidates present policy proposals.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 31 sourcesPDT backs Lula's 2026 re‑election at national conventionAt its 20 July 2026 national convention in Brasília, Brazil's PDT party unanimously endorsed President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s 2026 re‑election, becoming the first party to do so; Lula attended and made a讲话
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 68 sourcesFlávio Bolsonaro petitions TSE over fake social media attacks, seeks coalitionFlávio Bolsonaro asks Brazil's TSE to probe fake‑profile attacks, while seeking national coalition support and pledging to crack down on port trafficking.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 6 sourcesBrazil's First Lady Janja Cleared of TCU Investigations into International TripsBrazil's TCU dismissed two probes into First Lady Janja's international trips, finding no illegal use of public funds; she called criticism misogynistic.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesBrazil sees record-high incumbent re‑election bids for 2026 CongressDIAP reports a record 87.3% of Brazil's federal deputies and 62.9% of senators plan to seek re‑election in 2026, indicating low turnover in the Chamber and notable Senate turnover.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 18 sourcesBrazil's Federal Police launches $95 million security operation for 2026 presidential candidatesBrazil’s Federal Police has launched a R$ 95 million operation, deploying up to 458 agents to protect up to ten 2026 presidential candidates, with optional service, armored vehicles, anti‑drone tech and a real‑
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesBrazil President Lula seeks fourth term to block right‑wing returnLula announces a fourth‑term bid to keep the right out of power, promising social reforms, while Brazil’s PSOL party outlines a progressive agenda for upcoming elections.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 148 sourcesBrazil Opens 2026 Party Conventions Monday, Candidate Lists Due by Aug 5Brazil’s 2026 party conventions start Monday, with candidates to be registered by Aug 5, including regional events in Rondônia and Pernambuco.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 2 sourcesWilson Lima touts water purification project and steep crime decline in AmazonasWilson Lima highlighted the Água Boa water project serving 273k Amazonas residents and a 96% drop in industrial‑district robberies after security upgrades.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 32 sourcesEduardo Paes wins PSD nomination in Rio de Janeiro governor racePaes secured the PSD ticket for Rio governor, Garotinho was chosen by Republicanos, and Missão named Colonel Busnello, as parties finalize candidates ahead of the August filing deadline.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 6 sourcesJoaquim Barbosa withdraws presidential bid in BrazilFormer STF minister Joaquim Barbosa withdraws from Brazil's 2026 presidential race, citing unmet coalition and campaign conditions, tightening the election contest and intensifying internal DC party disputes.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 10 sourcesBrazil's Lula Government Rolls Out R$145 Billion Credit Package for 2026 BudgetLula's government unveiled a R$145 billion credit package for 2026, financing drivers, housing and farmers, alongside R$61 billion in parliamentary amendments; economists warn of debt and inflation risks, while
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 30 sourcesRicardo Salles' attacks on Marina Silva and Simone Tebet spark heated political controversyNovo candidate Ricardo Salles called Marina Silva a “tartaruga fugida” and Simone Tebet a “mãe do desastre econômico”, prompting Silva to label his remarks as misogynistic. The dispute underscores rising right‑
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 163 sourcesBrazil's 2026 Election Registers Over 158 Million Voters NationwideBrazil's 2026 election will involve 158.7 million voters, a 42.5% rise in voters with disabilities, São Paulo accounting for 21.5% of the total, and overseas Brazilian voters in Portugal reaching 134 k.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 3 sourcesBrazil's Electoral Justice Hits Info Blackout, Recount DelayBrazil's electoral rule forced a nationwide removal of government posts, curtailing public access to health and benefit info, while a municipal council recount in Marília was delayed due to a technical glitch,
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 4 sourcesBrazilian Voters Reject WhatsApp Political Groups Ahead of 2026 ElectionA July poll of 2,004 Brazilians finds 87% won’t join political WhatsApp groups for the 2026 election, reshaping campaign strategies.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 19 sourcesPatrus Ananias Named PT Candidate for Minas Gerais GovernorshipPT has selected former minister Patrus Ananias as its 2026 Minas Gerais gubernatorial candidate, with an official announcement slated for July 20.
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 12 sourcesBrazil's Federal Police allocate R$95 million for 2026 presidential candidate securityBrazil's Federal Police will spend R$95 million on a July‑20 operation to protect up to ten 2026 presidential candidates, using 458 agents, armored vehicles, anti‑drone gear and other tech, with individualized,
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about 2 months ago
[POLITICS] 7 sourcesAmazonas pre‑candidates pledge to end SISREG health‑care queuesAmazonas gubernatorial hopefuls David Almeida and Omar Aziz promise to eliminate SISREG health‑care queues, proposing expanded primary care, new hospitals and maternity units ahead of the 2026 election.
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