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politics4 days ago•2 min saved

Flávio Bolsonaro leads Brazil runoff after right-wing surge

Flávio Bolsonaro has won the first round of Brazil's presidential election, securing 56.1 million votes against incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's 53.8 million. This result forces a runoff on October 25, where Bolsonaro is the favorite. The victory is attributed to a right-wing surge, high voter rejection of Lula, and a strong performance in key southeastern states. The outcome has emboldened calls for the release of Jair Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year sentence for an attempted coup, and has intensified debates over US influence and regional political shifts.

via BBC|

#brazil #election #flavio-bolsonaro

politics5 days ago•3 min saved

Flávio Bolsonaro leads Lula in Brazil’s first round, setting stage for October 25 runoff

Brazil’s presidential race will proceed to a second round after Flávio Bolsonaro defeated incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in the first round but failed to secure the 50% majority required for an outright victory. With 99.9% of votes counted, Bolsonaro received 47% of the vote (56.1 million votes), while Lula garnered 45.1% (53.8 million votes). The runoff is scheduled for October 25. Bolsonaro is considered the strong favorite, aided by the migration of votes from other right-wing candidates and a broader surge in far-right support across congressional and gubernatorial races. Lula, seeking a historic fourth non-consecutive term, acknowledged his defeat in the first round but vowed to launch a new campaign highlighting Bolsonaro’s past. The election also saw a significant right-wing advance in the Senate, where 34 of 54 elected senators are from the right or far-right, a result prioritized by Bolsonaristas to potentially impeach Supreme Court justices.

via The Guardian|

#brazil-election #far-right #flavio-bolsonaro

politics5 days ago•3 min saved

Brazil’s Presidential Race Heads to Runoff After Flávio Bolsonaro’s Surprise Lead

Right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro won the first round of Brazil’s presidential election with 47% of the vote, narrowly ahead of incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who received 44.9%. Neither candidate secured the 50% majority required for an outright victory, forcing a runoff on October 25. The result defied pre-election polls that favored Lula and signals a potential shift toward the right in Latin America, aligning Brazil with other nations that have recently elected right-wing leaders. The campaign was defined by deep polarization, corruption scandals, and debates over crime policy and US relations.

via BBC|

#brazil-election #flavio-bolsonaro #latin-america

politics5 days ago•3 min saved

Brazil’s 2026 Presidential Race Heads to Runoff After Flávio Bolsonaro’s Surprise First-Round Lead

Brazil’s 2026 presidential election will proceed to a runoff on October 25 after Senator Flávio Bolsonaro and incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva failed to secure a majority in the first round. Bolsonaro led with 47.45% of the vote, outperforming pre-election polls, while Lula received 44.66%. The result signals a shift toward the right in Latin America, with right-wing parties gaining significant legislative seats. The campaign was defined by corruption scandals, economic anxiety, and international tensions, particularly regarding US interference and tariffs. Both candidates now face a three-week campaign to win over moderate voters in a highly polarized electorate.

via The Guardian|

#bolsonaro #brazil #election

politics5 days ago•1 min saved

Brazil’s October 4 Vote Forces Runoff as Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Split the Nation

Polls closed in Brazil on October 4 for a highly polarized presidential election featuring incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro. With approximately 160 million voters eligible, the contest was defined by deep divisions over crime, cost of living, and foreign alignment. Neither candidate secured the required 50 percent majority, triggering a mandatory second round on October 25. The race highlights a clash between Lula’s social welfare model and Bolsonaro’s hardline security stance, set against a backdrop of intense US-Brazil diplomatic friction.

via Al Jazeera|

#brazil-election #flavio-bolsonaro #foreign-policy

politics5 days ago•132 min saved

Brazil's October 4 vote forces runoff as Flávio Bolsonaro defies polls to challenge Lula

Brazil’s presidential election will proceed to a second round on October 25 after neither incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva nor Senator Flávio Bolsonaro secured the required 50% majority in the first round. Flávio Bolsonaro surprised analysts by finishing first with 47% of the vote, narrowly ahead of Lula’s 44.9%, despite polls days earlier predicting Lula would lead. The campaign was defined by deep polarization, crime policy debates, and international tensions, particularly regarding US tariffs and foreign interference. Voter fatigue and corruption scandals, including the Banco Master case, contributed to an 'apathetic polarization' among the electorate.

via AP News|

#brazil-election #flavio-bolsonaro #latin-america

politics6 days ago•10 min saved

Brazil Election Heads to Runoff as Flávio Bolsonaro Defies Polls to Challenge Lula

Brazil’s presidential election will proceed to a runoff on October 25 after neither candidate secured the required 50% majority. Right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro surprised analysts by finishing first with 47% of the vote, narrowly ahead of incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, who received 44.9%. The campaign was defined by deep polarization, crime policy debates, and international tensions, particularly regarding US tariffs and foreign interference. Voter fatigue and corruption scandals, including the Banco Master case, contributed to an 'apathetic polarization' among the electorate.

via CNN|

#banco-master #brazil-election #flavio-bolsonaro

global-politics6 days ago

Brazil’s Presidential Election Heads to Runoff as Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Split the Vote

Brazil’s presidential election on October 4, 2026, resulted in a runoff between incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, as neither candidate secured the required 50% majority. The second round is scheduled for October 25. The campaign was defined by deep polarization, crime policy debates, and international tensions, particularly regarding US tariffs and foreign interference. While Lula emphasized sovereignty and multilateralism, Flávio Bolsonaro focused on security and aligned with right-wing global figures. Voter fatigue and corruption scandals, including the Banco Master case, contributed to an 'apathetic polarization' among the electorate.

via Politico|

#brazil #elections #flavio-bolsonaro

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

Darline Graham Wins SC GOP Senate Runoff Over Ralph Norman

Darline Graham is projected winner of the South Carolina Senate primary runoff, defeating Ralph Norman 52.5% to 47.5% with about 99% of votes tallied and roughly 800 votes remaining; county results show Graham carrying several counties while Norman leads in others, sealing the statewide margin.

via NBC News|

#elections #gop #politics

politics-and-policy1 month ago•2 min saved

Trump-Backed Darline Graham Captures SC Senate Runoff

Trump-endorsed Darline Graham won South Carolina's Republican Senate runoff to fill the vacancy created by her late brother Lindsey Graham, positioning her to win a full term in November against Democrat Annie Andrews. The win underscores Trump’s sway with GOP voters and followed heavy ad spending from both sides; her challenger Ralph Norman framed himself as a proven conservative, while Graham faced questions on foreign policy after a runoff debate.

via Axios|

#donald-trump #elections #politics-and-policy

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

Mazzei clinches Oklahoma GOP runoff as 844 fails and 846 passes

In Oklahoma's primary runoff, Mike Mazzei defeats Gentner Drummond to win the Republican gubernatorial nomination and will face Democrat Cyndi Munson in November; Robert Franklin wins the Republican State Superintendent runoff; State Questions 844 fails and 846 passes, with results still rolling in across counties.

via KOCO|

#gubernatorial #mazzei #oklahoma

politics1 month ago•6 min saved

Trump’s SC Runoff Rally Fails to Seal Graham Support Amid Foreign-Policy Doubts

In South Carolina’s GOP runoff, some Trump supporters aren’t convinced by Darline Graham after a debate moment on foreign policy, signaling limits to Trump’s sway. The piece also notes a broader GOP–Democratic recalibration on data-center development as a political issue, with candidates nationwide proposing tighter regulation or moratoriums while Trump touts the industry’s AI-powered growth.

via NBC News|

#data-centers #graham #politics

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

MAGA Inc. backs SC runoff hopeful Darline Graham with $827K push

Trump’s MAGA Inc. spent over $827,000 on voter calls and texts to bolster SC Senate hopeful Darline Graham ahead of a GOP runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman, marking the PAC’s first major expenditure for a candidate this year and underscoring Trump’s continued focus on primary races.

via Politico|

#darline-graham #maga-inc #politics

politics1 month ago•6 min saved

Fry backs Darline Graham in SC Senate runoff, shifting endorsements

U.S. Rep. Russell Fry endorsed Sen. Darline Graham for a full term in the U.S. Senate, aiming to mobilize coastal conservatives in the Aug. 25 SC GOP runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman. Graham’s backers include Tim Scott and Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, while Norman is backed by Nikki Haley and several senators, signaling a high-stakes battle for endorsements. The piece also touches on broader national political updates, including Debbie Wasserman Schultz’s Florida race and CBC dynamics, as part of the day’s political digest.

via Politico|

#darline-graham #endorsements #politics

politics1 month ago•1 min saved

South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff Bets on Trump’s Influence

No Republican won a majority in South Carolina’s Senate primary, pushing Graham and Norman into a runoff as they seek to consolidate support from eliminated candidates; the contest also tests Donald Trump’s sway over the GOP electorate, with the winner expected to face Democrat Annie Andrews in November in a state that hasn’t elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate since 1998.

via Axios|

#gop #politics #runoff