Brazil's Post-Election Chaos: Bolsonaro's Flight and Lula's Final Term

Flávio Bolsonaro fled Brazil to the United States after losing the presidential election to incumbent Lula da Silva, claiming he is the rightful president despite his defeat. Bolsonaro traveled secretly without a passport via Argentina and Ecuador to Miami, where he received a visa from President Trump. His Liberal Party acknowledged Lula's victory and disapproved of his self-proclaimed presidential title, while he faces investigations for corruption and money laundering. Bolsonaro's party grew significantly in Congress, with family members winning seats, while his father Jair serves a 27-year prison sentence. Lula's Workers' Party must now plan for succession as the 81-year-old president begins his final term facing a strong right-wing opposition bloc.