Brazil Supreme Court Orders Flávio Bolsonaro to Hand Over Passports in Money Laundering Inquiry

By: Ana Ionova · Alice Maciel and Thayz Guimarães

27 October 2026 at 02:55

Brazil’s Supreme Court told the police to seize passport of Mr. Bolsonaro, who lost the presidential election, over his links to an investigation.

Flavio Bolsonaro speaking in Brasília last night after losing the presidential election.

Brazil’s Vote Is a Victory for the Amazon, Environmentalists Say

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By: Quinn Glabicki

27 October 2026 at 01:13

The re-election of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is expected to lead to continued rainforest protections. His opponent wanted to make it easier to clear land.

A deforested area of the Amazon burned by wildfire in Brazil earlier this month. As president, Mr. Lula has pledged to protect the region.

How Lula’s Social Media Campaign Helped Him Win Brazil’s Election

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By: Ana Ionova · Adam B. Ellick and Jack Nicas

27 October 2026 at 03:45

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won another term on Sunday, with the help of a seismic social media campaign that convinced Brazilians to reject his rival.

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