Brazil's President Lula Vows to Run for Re-election in 2026, Promises to Prevent Far-Right from Regaining Power

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has stated that he will run for re-election in 2026 if he is "as healthy as today." He vowed to prevent the far-right from regaining power in the largest economy in Latin America. If he wins, he will achieve an unprecedented fourth term as president. Lula has mentioned potential opponents, including São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas, an ally of former President Jair Bolsonaro.