Deviating from his earlier statements, Lula da Silva considers to run for president in 2026
Brazilian President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has expressed his intention to run for the presidency in the upcoming 2026 elections, deviating from his earlier statement that he would only serve one four-year term.
Lula da Silva pointed to US President Joe Biden as inspiration, highlighting their age difference as a motivating factor.
During a recent interview with SBT channel, he recalled a conversation with Biden, where he asked if the rumors of his candidacy were true, to which Biden confirmed his intention to run.
Lula da Silva described this as a source of encouragement, as he is younger than the US President.
Currently 77 years old, Lula da Silva has completed the first six months of his third office term, having served two terms from 2003 to 2010.
In contrast, 80-year-old Joe Biden has announced his plan to participate in the Democratic primaries for the 2024 elections.
During the previous election campaign, the Brazilian leftist leader stated that he would not seek a second term in 2026.
However, his recent remarks indicate a change in his position. Lula da Silva acknowledged the possibility of new candidates emerging for the presidency in four years’ time.
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