How a scandal engulfing Brazil’s top court could return the Bolsonaros to power
Brazil's upcoming presidential election runoff features Flávio Bolsonaro, who is gaining momentum amid a scandal involving Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. The political climate is tense as supporters of the Bolsonaro family leverage judicial controversies to challenge the incumbent, Lula.
Why it matters
The outcome of this election could significantly shift Brazil's political trajectory and impact the future of its democratic institutions.
Jair Bolsonaro’s eldest son, Flávio, is the favourite to beat the leftwing incumbent Lula, in the second round of Brazil’s presidential elections on 25 October. Jair Bolsonaro’s eldest son, Flávio, is the favourite to beat the leftwing incumbent Lula, in the second round of Brazil’s presidential elections on 25 October. Brazil How a scandal engulfing Brazil’s top court could return the Bolsonaros to power The judge who helped convict Jair Bolsonaro is caught up in a crisis that could benefit his son and damage Lula
Marina Silva on Flávio Bolsonaro: He will try to finish his father’s ‘perverse project’ to destroy the Amazon
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