Flavio Bolsonaro

Flavio Bolsonaro, a Senator and the eldest son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, is a prominent figure in Brazilian politics. He is currently newsworthy due to his recent announcement to run for president in the 2026 election, having received the endorsement of his imprisoned father. This sets up a potential race against Lula. Flavio's announcement comes amidst a backdrop of political tension, with his father serving a prison sentence for an attempted coup. Recently, he retracted a suggestion that he might withdraw his candidacy for a 'price,' reaffirming his commitment to the race. His entry into the presidential race is significant as it represents a continuation of the Bolsonaro political legacy, though it also occurs during a period of widespread protests against femicide and gender-based violence in Brazil.