Vote counting in Brazil resumes after an extension of polling hours in the presidential election
In Brazil, voting hours were extended to 7 PM local time for the presidential runoff, with the last polling stations closing at that time. The vote counted over a two-hour deadline, and Lula led with 52.27 percent of the vote, ahead of Bolsonaro's 47.73 percent. About 158 million Brazilians were called to vote, and Lula achieved an unprecedented victory, while Bolsonaro requested the results be annulled.
- The Supreme Federal Court minister ordered the voting time extension to 7 PM.
- The last polling stations in Brazil closed at 7:00 PM local time.
- Lula led with 52.27 percent against Bolsonaro's 47.73 percent.
- Lula's campaign requested the extension due to issues with bus and public transport.
- Flávio Bolsonaro received 59.8 million votes, which was 48.2 percent.
- The New York Times stated that the Electoral Justice has concerns about the confusion affecting trust in the electoral system.
- Approximately 158 million Brazilians were called to vote.
- Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva achieved an unprecedented victory in the election.
- Bolsonaro promised stricter action against crime.
- Flávio Bolsonaro requested the annulment of the election results.
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