Bolsonaro’s Chosen Son Faces Uphill Battle Against Lula in Brazil 2026 Election

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Fabiano Maisonnave

Daniel Carvalho

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Updates with Flavio’s interview with Record TV in the 27th paragraph

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Bolsonaro tapped his eldest son as the right’s bet to defeat Lula next year. Investors aren’t thrilled.

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Bolsonaro Son Says He Has Father's Backing In 2026 Election

Flavio Bolsonaro never appeared the likeliest choice to inherit his father’s political mantle, even when former President Jair Bolsonaro was thrown behind bars and ruled out of Brazil’s 2026 election for attempting a coup.

Bolsonaro Backs Son Flavio for Brazil 2026 Election Against Lula, Jolting Market

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