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News|ElectionsFlavio Bolsonaro enters Brazil’s 2026 presidential race with father’s nodImprisoned ex-President Jair Bolsonaro has endorsed his eldest son’s presidential bid, teeing up a race against Lula.

Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has announced his candidacy for the presidency in the 2026 elections, having received endorsement from his father, Jair Bolsonaro. The elections are scheduled for Sat, Oct 4, 2026. Flavio will represent the far-right…

SBy Sean AveryDec 06, 20251 min read

Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has announced his candidacy for the presidency in the 2026 elections, having received endorsement from his father, Jair Bolsonaro. The elections are scheduled for Sat, Oct 4, 2026. Flavio will represent the far-right Liberal Party (PL) in the upcoming election.

Jair Bolsonaro, although barred from holding office until 2030, remains the honorary leader of the PL. Valdemar Costa Neto, the official president of the PL, confirmed the endorsement, stating that Flavio Bolsonaro has been selected by Jair Bolsonaro to represent the party in the presidential race.

Context: Previous Elections and Legal Challenges

Jair Bolsonaro faced Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in the 2022 presidential elections, which resulted in a run-off where Lula secured a win with 50.9% of the vote. Jair Bolsonaro, however, did not acknowledge the results and filed a legal challenge citing voting machine malfunctions, which was dismissed.

Flavio will represent the far-right Liberal Party (PL) in the upcoming election.
Sean Avery · Thehackingpost

Following Lula's inauguration, investigations were launched into Jair Bolsonaro's activities, leading to his conviction and a 27-year prison sentence for plotting a coup. He was officially barred from public office by Brazil’s Superior Electoral Tribunal in June 2023.

The Bolsonaro family remains politically active, with Eduardo Bolsonaro, another son, lobbying internationally regarding his father's legal situation. There was speculation about other potential candidates from the Bolsonaro family, but ultimately, Flavio was chosen to continue the political legacy.

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Opposition and Current Political Landscape

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, Brazil's current president, has announced his intention to run for a fourth term in 2026. Polls conducted in late November indicate Lula as the leading candidate in potential match-ups, including against Jair Bolsonaro and Michelle Bolsonaro, although Flavio Bolsonaro was not included in these surveys.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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