Brazil’s Flavio Bolsonaro names Alfredo Gaspar as running mate

Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has selected conservative Congressman Alfredo Gaspar as his running mate for the upcoming presidential election. This decision comes amid speculation and challenges for Bolsonaro's campaign, which has struggled to form broader alliances. Gaspar, a former public security secretary, is seen as a strategic choice, particularly given his experience investigating the National Social Security Institute, an area currently sensitive for incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva due to investigations involving Lula's son. Gaspar's selection aims to leverage his background to address issues like public security and pension system concerns, potentially challenging Lula on politically sensitive ground as polls indicate a tightening presidential race.

Flávio Bolsonaro, the presidential candidate for Brazil's Liberal Party, has selected Alfredo Gaspar as his running mate for the upcoming October election. This decision comes after centrist parties largely declined to endorse Bolsonaro or chose neutrality. Gaspar, a current member of Brazil's lower house, previously served as a prosecutor and secretary of public security. Bolsonaro's campaign has faced challenges, including a failure to secure a high-profile female running mate and a revelation about requesting funds for a film about his father. He is set to compete against incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.