Lula's son Lulinha denies ministerial meetings on business; lawyer cites social ties

Lawyer Marco Aurélio de Carvalho denies that Lulinha, son of Brazilian President Lula, met with ministers to discuss personal interests, characterizing any encounters as social. This follows reports suggesting potential influence peddling, though no evidence is presented. The denial aims to preempt political fallout amid ongoing scrutiny of the president's family.