PoliticsKeeping up with the Bolsonaros: Flávio’s surprise first-round win heralds a political dynasty

Flávio Bolsonaro led Brazil’s presidential election in the first round and will face incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in a runoff. The result also highlighted Jair Bolsonaro’s growing political dynasty: his wife Michelle, two other sons and his brother won congressional seats, while the former president remains under house arrest for attempting a coup.

Brazil electionBolsonaro familyFlávio Bolsonaropolitical dynasty

TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-10-06 07:00Original