https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brazil-lula-bolsonaro-return-to-strongholds-to-launch-runs-for-presidentContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brazil-lula-bolsonaro-return-to-strongholds-to-launch-runs-for-presidenthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/brazil-lula-bolsonaro-return-to-strongholds-to-launch-runs-for-president#u44537Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:25:22 +0000Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and former President Jair Bolsonaro have launched their campaigns for the 2026 presidential election. Lula, who is seeking a fourth term, and Bolsonaro, who is running despite being jailed, returned to their strongholds to kick off their campaigns. The election is expected to be closely contested, with Lula's lead over Bolsonaro narrowing in recent polls.Why it mattersThe 2026 Brazilian presidential election is a significant event in the country's politics. Lula's Workers Party and Bolsonaro's supporters are gearing up for a fie