Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro clash over economy and corruption in final debate before Brazil's runoff
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro faced off in the final debate before Sunday's runoff at Globo's studios in Rio de Janeiro. They discussed the economy, security and corruption in a more moderate tone than in the previous debate. Flávio criticized inflation, household debt and the 13.75% annual interest rate; Lula defended his record and compared him to Javier Milei. A Datafolha poll puts them tied at 50%.
In 40 seconds
- Flávio Bolsonaro questioned the cost of living and record household debt; Lula cited growth above 2% and wage increases above inflation.
- Lula accused his rival of seeking cuts along the lines of Javier Milei's "chainsaw", while Flávio defended the Argentine leader's management.
- The tensest moment came when Flávio used the term "nuevededos" against Lula, who called him a "militiaman"; the senator later apologized.
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