Wahlen: Bolsonaro-Sohn Flávio knapp vor Lula – Stichwahl entscheidet in Brasilien
Die brasilianische Präsidentschaft geht in die Stichwahl. Der Rechtsruck in den Gouverneurs- und Senatswahlen verschiebt schon jetzt die Machtverhältnisse im ganzen Land.
Brazilian right-wing forces experienced a surprising surge in presidential election votes, according to polls. The Bolsonaro-led right-wing coalition is expected to wield far greater political influence in Congress and state governments compared to previous elections. It appeared that Bolsonaro, the presidential candidate, might secure a win in the first round for a brief period on election night.
Ultimately, the 45-year-old senator, the son of incarcerated former President, garnered nearly 47% of the valid votes, while President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva received approximately 45%. The remaining candidates lagged significantly. Consequently, Bolsonaro and Lula will face off in a runoff election on October 25th. The right-wing party dominated the Senate, with Bolsonaro's Liberal Party (PL) set to elect the majority of governors. Together with allied parties, the right has also strengthened its position in the Senate.
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