Lula has won a fourth term as Brazil's president, securing 51.8% of the vote. The election was highly polarized with Lula emerging as the clear frontrunner. This victory represents a significant shift in Brazil's political landscape, as Lula, known for his left-wing policies, has been in power for nearly a decade.
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Lula has won a fourth term as Brazil's president.: Lula has won a fourth term as Brazil's president.
The election was highly polarized with Lula emerging as the clear frontrunner.: The election was highly polarized with Lula emerging as the clear frontrunner.
This victory represents a significant shift in Brazil's political landscape, as Lula, kno…: This victory represents a significant shift in Brazil's political landscape, as Lula, known for his left-wing policies, has been in power for nearly a decade.
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Brazil's President and presidential candidate Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva waves a national flag during a campaign rally in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on Sept. 26, 2026.
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Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won a fourth term as Brazil's president, coming from behind to beat Senator Flávio Bolsonaro in a runoff that split the country almost evenly.
Lula took 51.8% of valid votes to Bolsonaro's 48.2%, according to the Superior Electoral Court.
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