Lula and Bolsonaro spar in Brazil’s fiery first presidential run-off debate
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Brazil’s President Lula and his opponent Jair Bolsonaro faced off in a tense first presidential run-off debate, launching a barrage of attacks at one another. The clash comes about a week before the October 25 vote, setting a high-stakes tone for the final stretch of campaigning.
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Oct 19, 2026
Lula and Bolsonaro met in Brazil’s first presidential run-off debate and exchanged sharp attacks, escalating a confrontation that has already been building in the campaign. With voting scheduled for October 25, the next developments likely center on how voters respond to the debate’s confrontational tone and any follow-on messaging. The showdown matters because it shapes public perceptions of both candidates so close to Election Day.
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