Latest news in Brazil? September 25th, 2026
25-09-2026
Major news developments in Brazil leading into September 25, 2026:
Upcoming Presidential Election and Court Probes: With the general election approaching on October 4, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro remain in a tight contest in the latest polling. Lula’s coalition has petitioned the Superior Electoral Court and the Federal Police to investigate alleged foreign interference and support regarding the Bolsonaro campaign, following Lula’s remarks at the United Nations General Assembly asserting Brazilian sovereignty.
The Guardian+ 1Social Welfare Expansion: The federal government recently introduced a 15% inflation adjustment to its flagship cash-transfer programs and expanded free public health coverage, which has generated sharp political debate and legal challenges from opposing campaigns regarding election-year spending limits.
The GuardianForeign Policy and UN General Assembly: Addressing the 81st UN General Assembly in New York, President Lula criticized the UN Security Council for inaction on international conflicts and rallied alongside European and international leaders to advocate for a global panel addressing extreme economic inequality.
IndiatimesSevere Weather in Rio Grande do Sul: Civil defense authorities in Rio Grande do Sul continue recovery efforts following severe storms and winds exceeding 100 km/h that damaged homes, caused power outages across hundreds of thousands of connections, and displaced hundreds of residents across over 100 municipalities.