Lula wins historic fourth term in Brazil, defeating Bolsonaro by four million votes

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, 80, won a historic fourth term on Sunday, defeating Senator Flávio Bolsonaro with 51.7% of the vote to 48.2%, a margin of four million votes, and becoming the first president to win after losing the first round. Lula, of the Workers’ Party, framed the victory as a defeat for denialism and far-right politics, while Bolsonaro called for the election to be annulled. The vote was extended by two hours on a judge’s order after Lula petitioned over transportation issues, fueling chaos and potential doubts. Lula faces a deeply divided Brazil, a Congress with a record Liberal Party majority, and regional isolation amid Donald Trump’s influence. Barred from seeking re-election in 2030, Vice President Geraldo Alckmin’s role gains significance.