🇧🇷 Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
Brazil election pits Lula against Bolsonaro with U.S. ties at stake
What happened
Brazil is holding an election, with Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, a left-wing President, facing off against Flavio Bolsonaro, the son of former president Jair, in a close race. Neither candidate is expected to win outright in the first round. Lula served time in jail for corruption in a massive payback bribery scandal. Analysts are watching closely to see the outcome.
Why it matters
The election outcome may have implications for U.S. ties with Brazil, as the country is the continent's most populous nation. The election follows a trend of left-wing leaders being voted out in other South American countries. The outcome of the election is uncertain.
Key facts
- Lula is 80 years old and has a nickname of Lula.
- Lula served time in jail for corruption.
- Neither Lula nor Bolsonaro is expected to win outright in the first round.
- The election is being closely watched by analysts.
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