Trump questions Brazil election without evidence; Alckmin hits back

g1.globo.com (Portuguese) —

US President Donald Trump suggested without evidence that Brazil's election appeared fraudulent, despite congratulating President Lula's re-election from leaders across the Americas on Monday. Vice President Geraldo Alckmin rejected Trump's remarks as "totally wrong," stating Brazil is a global example of electronic voting and legal security, and that foreign interference violates basic rules. Most South American leaders, including right-wing presidents from Chile, Colombia, Paraguay, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Peru, recognized Lula's victory and emphasized regional cooperation, while Mexico's president called it "fresh air" for Latin America.


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