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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Four believers will decide this year's presidential election

The divide between the leftist government and evangelical Christians in Brazil has deepened, impacting the upcoming presidential elections.

Mar 2 • 21:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Amid definitions of platforms in São Paulo, Lula invites Alckmin and Haddad for agendas in the state this Tuesday

President Lula is set to meet with Vice President Alckmin and Finance Minister Haddad in São Paulo to discuss strategies for the upcoming state elections.

Mar 2 • 19:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

War in the Middle East: In a conversation, Lula and Amorim reinforce Brazil's position in advocating for a 'negotiated solution'

Brazil's President Lula da Silva and Special Advisor Celso Amorim discussed the escalating conflict in the Middle East and Brazil's diplomatic stance for a negotiated resolution.

Mar 2 • 16:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula falters and opens space for the opponent

President Lula has lost his unassailable status, raising doubts about his chances for re-election following a disappointing political moment after Carnival.

Mar 2 • 13:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Conflict is expected to delay Lula's visit to Washington, say the president's aides

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's state visit to Washington is likely to be postponed due to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.

Mar 2 • 12:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Demonstrators protest against Lula and STF ministers in Roraima

Demonstrators gathered in Boa Vista, Brazil, to express their opposition to President Lula and certain Supreme Court ministers during an event called 'Acorda Brasil.'

Mar 1 • 22:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Acts Against Lula and Ministers of the Supreme Court Gathered 20.4 Thousand in São Paulo and 4.7 Thousand in Rio, According to USP Methodology

Protests against President Lula and Supreme Court ministers were held in multiple Brazilian cities, with the largest turnout of 20,400 in São Paulo.

Mar 1 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Flávio Bolsonaro leads his first major rally as a presidential candidate in Brazil

Flávio Bolsonaro held his first major rally as a presidential candidate in São Paulo, invoking the support of his incarcerated father, former President Jair Bolsonaro.

Mar 1 • 21:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Protesters hold demonstration against Lula and for Bolsonaro's freedom in João Pessoa

Pro-Bolsonaro demonstrators gathered in João Pessoa, Brazil, to protest against President Lula and demand freedom for former President Bolsonaro.

Mar 1 • 20:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Protesters Demonstrate Against Lula and STF Ministers in Belo Horizonte

Protesters gathered in Belo Horizonte to express their opposition to President Lula and two Supreme Court ministers, seeking an amnesty for individuals convicted for actions on January 8.

Mar 1 • 18:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Demonstration in Paulista gathers Flávio, Nikolas, and governors in a rehearsal for the reunification of the right

Supporters gathered in Paulista to protest against President Lula and demand the release of former President Bolsonaro.

Mar 1 • 18:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Protesters hold demonstration against Lula and STF ministers on Avenida Paulista

Pro-Bolsonaro protesters gathered in São Paulo's Avenida Paulista to voice their opposition against President Lula and the Supreme Court decisions.

Mar 1 • 17:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Protesters hold rally against Lula and STF ministers in Copacabana

Protesters gathered in Copacabana to express dissent against President Lula and members of Brazil's Supreme Court.

Mar 1 • 15:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Taxes Help and Hinder Lula's Reelection

A new survey indicates that tax exemptions may play a significant role in determining voter support for President Lula's reelection in 2026, with many benefiting from income tax relief likely to favor candidates who supported the legislation.

Mar 1 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal government will provide free medications without bureaucracy and 'caravan' for exams in Juiz de Fora

Brazil's President Lula and Health Minister Padilha announced new health measures in Juiz de Fora, including free access to essential medications without the need for prescriptions or identification.

Mar 1 • 09:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula's government creates loophole for 'eternal secrecy' in official letters from the president

The Lula government in Brazil has adopted a rationale that permits 'eternal secrecy' for official correspondence exchanged with world leaders, effectively blocking public access to such documents.

Mar 1 • 02:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Best-selling author Augusto Cury says he wants to run for President of the Republic

Augusto Cury, a best-selling author, announces his intention to run for the presidency of Brazil, aiming to engage in constructive discussions amid political polarization.

Mar 1 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula travels with Pacheco to Juiz de Fora and hints at Nikolas, without naming him

Brazil's President Lula da Silva visited Juiz de Fora with Senator Pacheco, discussing the impacts of recent floods while subtly criticizing Congressman Nikolas Ferreira, an implied political opponent.

Feb 28 • 22:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula visits Minas Gerais and announces free houses for flood victims

President Lula announced emergency measures, including free housing for families affected by floods in Minas Gerais.

Feb 28 • 22:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In negotiations to run for governor of Minas, Pacheco accompanies Lula on a visit to Zona da Mata; 'Let's talk,' says president

Senator Rodrigo Pacheco joined President Lula in Zona da Mata, Minas Gerais, amid negotiations for Pacheco's gubernatorial candidacy.

Feb 28 • 20:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula visits areas affected by heavy rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais

President Lula is visiting areas in Minas Gerais that have been impacted by severe flooding, with a particular focus on the city of Juiz de Fora.

Feb 28 • 12:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bolsonaristas say they created a trap for Lula with the prohibition of prisoners voting

Supporters of Bolsonaro claim they have set a trap for President Lula regarding the recent law prohibiting prisoners from voting, which was passed by Congress.

Feb 28 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Allies of Lulinha strengthen political defense of the government amid INSS investigations: 'Lula lets the Federal Police investigate'

Allies of Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha, are defending the Brazilian government's position while he faces investigations, emphasizing that President Lula allows police investigations.

Feb 28 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Flávio's Momentum Pressures Haddad to Run in SP, and He Will Get Help from Alckmin

Flávio Bolsonaro's rising poll numbers are pressuring Finance Minister Fernando Haddad to run for Governor of São Paulo, with assistance expected from Vice President Geraldo Alckmin.

Feb 28 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Trump says he gets along well with Lula and would love to meet the Brazilian president in Washington

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his favorable relationship with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and expressed a desire to meet him in Washington.

Feb 27 • 22:36 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula criticizes the Minas Gerais government for lack of projects to use billion-dollar PAC funding

Brazilian President Lula criticizes Minas Gerais Governor Zema for not presenting projects for PAC funds following devastating floods that killed at least 69 people.

Feb 27 • 22:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula criticizes Zema and says Minas Gerais did not use resources from the New PAC for slope containment and drainage works

President Lula criticized Governor Zema for failing to use allocated funds for disaster prevention in Minas Gerais.

Feb 27 • 20:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Increase in electronics tax and declining polls cause turmoil in the Planalto

President Lula's administration is facing internal conflicts and declining approval ratings as it grapples with a new tax on electronics and rising pressure from political opponents.

Feb 27 • 17:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula says that Lucas Pinheiro, Olympic medalist, is more Brazilian than many people

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva praised Olympic skier Lucas Pinheiro Braathen, who was born in Norway but competes for Brazil, stating he is more Brazilian than many residents of the country.

Feb 27 • 16:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula will attend Kast's inauguration in a bet on a pragmatic relationship with Chile's right-wing leader

Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva plans to attend José Antonio Kast's inauguration in Chile, aiming for a pragmatic relationship amid tensions with Argentina's Javier Milei.

Feb 27 • 16:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula meets with Lucas Pinheiro, athlete who won Brazil's first gold medal at the Winter Games

President Lula met with Lucas Pinheiro, the athlete who won Brazil's first gold medal at the Winter Games, in a ceremony at the Palácio do Planalto.

Feb 27 • 14:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula visits Zona da Mata this Saturday to address protection measures for flood victims

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is set to visit the Zona da Mata region in Minas Gerais to discuss flood protection measures with local leaders.

Feb 27 • 13:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government supporters ask Alcolumbre to annul the vote of the CPMI of the INSS; find out what may happen

Government supporters in Brazil have requested that the President of the National Congress invalidate the vote of a mixed commission investigating the INSS, following a controversial session marked by chaos and allegations of voting fraud.

Feb 27 • 13:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula schedules meeting with Haddad and Alckmin next week to discuss electoral scenario

President Lula has called a meeting with Finance Minister Fernando Haddad and Vice President Geraldo Alckmin to discuss the electoral landscape next week.

Feb 27 • 12:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

At dinner, Lula tells Haddad that he needs him in the dispute in SP

President Lula has reportedly urged Finance Minister Haddad to join his electoral campaign in São Paulo as they strategize for the upcoming election.

Feb 27 • 11:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula summons Haddad and Alckmin to define candidacy in SP

President Lula is meeting with Finance Minister Fernando Haddad and Vice President Geraldo Alckmin to discuss their strategy for the São Paulo gubernatorial elections.

Feb 27 • 11:14 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The siege on Lulinha and the breaking of confidentiality by the Federal Police pressures the government on the eve of the electoral campaign

Investigations involving Lulinha, son of Brazilian President Lula, and the Federal Police's actions have raised concerns about their potential impact on the upcoming election campaign.

Feb 27 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In a tumultuous session, the CPI of INSS approves the breaking of confidentiality of President Lula's son

The Brazilian Congressional Investigation Commission (CPI) approved the breach of confidentiality of Fábio Luís Lula da Silva during a heated session.

Feb 27 • 01:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Opposition relies on breaking the secrecy of Lula's son to extend CPMI

The opposition in the CPMI of INSS sees the breaking of banking secrecy of Fábio Luis, son of President Lula, as a means to force an extension of the commission's investigation.

Feb 27 • 00:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula and ministers are expected to fly over cities affected by rain in MG and announce measures

President Lula will fly over the Minas Gerais region affected by heavy rains and announce a package of support measures for the disaster relief.

Feb 27 • 00:44 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government officials speak of 'clear partiality' from the leadership of the CPMI of INSS in request to annul session

Fourteen government politicians have filed a petition to annul a session of the INSS CPMI that broke the secrecy involving Lulinha, the son of President Lula.

Feb 26 • 22:16 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Alcolumbre tells Lula's allies that he will analyze the request to annul the secrecy break of Lulinha

The President of the Senate, Davi Alcolumbre, indicated that he will review a request to annul the secrecy break involving Lulinha, the son of President Lula, after allegations of fraud in the voting process made by government allies.

Feb 26 • 21:47 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Haddad indicates he will be a candidate for the government of SP and will have dinner with Lula this Thursday

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad suggests he may run for the São Paulo governorship, with a strategic dinner planned with President Lula.

Feb 26 • 21:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula recalls the 7-1, accusations of corruption under Dilma, and seeks 'redemption' with the women's national team

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva recalls Brazil's humiliating 7-1 loss in the 2014 World Cup, addressing underlying political corruption claims and expressing hope for redemption through the upcoming women's soccer team's performance.

Feb 26 • 21:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CPMI of the INSS wants to focus investigations on Lulinha's breach of confidentiality; see what stage the committee is in

The Mixed Parliamentary Inquiry Commission (CPMI) of the INSS is focusing on investigations involving breaches of financial confidentiality concerning Lulinha, son of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

Feb 26 • 20:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See the allegations against Lulinha in the investigation into fraud at the INSS

Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha and son of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, faces allegations in a Federal Police investigation into fraud in the INSS system.

Feb 26 • 20:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

World Cup trophy arrives in Brasília on FIFA tour and is received by Lula at the Planalto

Brazil's President Lula received the FIFA World Cup trophy at the Planalto Palace as part of a global tour ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Feb 26 • 19:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Gleisi says that breaking Lulinha's confidentiality was a coup, and government officials try to annul the act

Brazil's Institutional Relations Minister Gleisi Hoffmann labeled the breaking of confidentiality surrounding President Lula's son as a coup, as government officials seek to annul the decision made by a parliamentary committee.

Feb 26 • 17:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lulinha's secrecy breach mobilizes PT task force in CPMI of INSS

The approval to break the confidentiality of President Lula's son, Lulinha, at the CPMI of the INSS led to turmoil among Congress members, with supporters of the government seeking to annul the session.

Feb 26 • 17:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Voting followed the rules,' says CPI president about the breaking of the confidentiality of Lula's son

The president of the CPI investigating INSS, Carlos Viana, defended the committee's decision to summon one of President Lula's sons, asserting that the voting process adhered to parliamentary regulations despite government claims.

Feb 26 • 17:30 UTC

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