A corruption scandal involving a Brazilian Supreme Court justice has shaken up the election.
Votes are being tallied after polling was extended two more hours. The result between leftist Lula and right-wing Bolsonaro is expected to be very close. DW has the latest.
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- 2026-10-25 12:46 UTCFrance 24 via REUTERS - Raquel Cunha · france24.com ↗
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