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Trump ally Flavio Bolsonaro heads to runoff with Lula da Silva in Brazils presidential election
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Brazil's presidential election is headed for a runoff between Flávio Bolsonaro and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
What happened
The electoral court in Brasilia reported that Flávio Bolsonaro received 56 million votes to Lula's 53.7 million, with 99.8% of the vote reported. Neither candidate secured a majority, leading to a runoff. The Associated Press (AP) provided the vote counts.
Why it matters
The outcome of the presidential election has significant implications for Brazil's politics and governance. The runoff will determine the country's next leader. The election's outcome will shape Brazil's future direction.
Key facts
- Bolsonaro received 56 million votes
- Lula received 53.7 million votes
- 99.8% of the vote reported
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