Lula Wins Historic Fourth Term

Lula wins a historic fourth term after a stunning comeback against Flávio Bolsonaro. He secured 51.79% of votes to Bolsonaro's 48.21% in a runoff held on Sunday. The result only became clear after 98.76% of ballots were counted. A Supreme Court judge extended polling by two hours, sparking confusion and accusations. Bolsonaro, who beat Lula on Oct. 4, vows to challenge the result. The extension was requested by both campaigns amid heavy rain and transport cuts. Lula, 80, becomes the oldest president since Brazil's return to democracy. He will now govern with the country's most right-wing Congress in history. The win marks a rare reversal; no other candidate has done so in modern times. Lula's victory, declared after 98.76% of ballots, may still face legal challenges from Bolsonaro.