The first round of the presidential election in Brazil was tightly contested, with Lula, who advanced in second place, facing concerns as voters of eliminated candidates may favor Flávio Bolsonaro. Bolsonaro, who received support from Donald Trump, is attempting to frame the upcoming second round, scheduled in three weeks, as a decisive battle against the far-right. He references his opponent’s alleged connections to the criminal underworld. Bolsonaro has defied pre-election polls with his strong showing. Should he win the presidency, Bolsonaro has stated he would grant a pardon to his father. This development adds further complexity to the political landscape in Brazil as the election moves to its final stage.