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Lula and campaign accuse Trump of meddling in Brazil election
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Terms Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is seeking in the election
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned at the UN against domestic and foreign interference in Brazil’s election. His campaign later accused Donald Trump of seeking to influence the vote to gain access to Brazil’s resources; the US State Department denied the allegations.
2 sourcesAl Jazeera, The GuardianUpdated
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Lula warned against domestic and foreign attempts to undermine Brazil’s upcoming election.
2 of 2 sources“We will not allow the enemies of democracy – internal or external – to attack the will of the people.”
Lula said Brazil would remain a sovereign country.
“Brazil will remain a sovereign country.”
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Terms Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is seeking in the election
“which will see him seek a fourth non-consecutive term”