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Brazil election runoff takeaways: Bolsonaro surges, Lula falters and Trump eyes prize
What happened
A runoff election between Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Jair Bolsonaro's eldest son Flávio is taking place. Jair Bolsonaro's son Flávio stands between Lula and another term in power. A Bolsonaro victory would give the US President Donald Trump a powerful ideological ally in Brazil.
Why it matters
A Bolsonaro victory would push the region further to the right, strengthen US hand in countering China's influence, and potentially give Trump a powerful ideological ally. Lula, if he wins, will likely serve as one of Latin America's most prominent left-wing leaders for a last term. This election has significant implications for regional politics.
Key facts
- Lula, an 80-year-old leader, is fighting for what is likely his last term in office if he wins.
- Jair Bolsonaro's son Flávio stands against Lula in the runoff election.
- Donald Trump, the US President, has an interest in the outcome of the election.
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