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World · October 24, 2026

Bolsonaro and Lula clash on living costs, corruption in final Brazil election debate

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In the final presidential debate of the Brazilian election, candidates Jair Bolsonaro and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva engaged in a heated exchange regarding the country's economic situation and past corruption scandals. The debate served as the last major opportunity for both candidates to influence undecided voters before the national election.

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  • ReutersAllSides: CenterMBFC: Least Biased

    Bolsonaro and Lula clash on living costs, corruption in final Brazil election debate

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  • MSNBCMBFC: Left

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Reported across the spectrum

  • Jair Bolsonaro and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva participated in a final presidential debate.
  • Key topics of discussion included the rising cost of living and historical corruption allegations.
  • The event took place in the lead-up to the Brazilian general election.

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