Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Trade Political Attacks on Brazil's Independence Day

On Brazil's Independence Day in 2026, President Lula emphasized national sovereignty while Flávio Bolsonaro's campaign prepared a legal offensive to make Lula ineligible until 2034. Flávio Bolsonaro also renewed attacks against Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. Lula sought to show unity among Brazil's branches of government, but the heads of the Federal Police and the Attorney General's Office did not even greet each other. The events highlight deep political tensions in Brazil.