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Brazil judge accused by Bolsonaro of election interference via extended voting

Brazil's Supreme Federal Court president Cristiano Zanin extended voting by two hours in an election, prompting Bolsonaro to allege the move overturned the result with a 'pencil mark'. The claim is unverified and appears to be political rhetoric; the extension likely aimed to ensure full participation. This matters as it could fuel election legitimacy disputes in Brazil.

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Brazil Election: Supreme Court Extends Voting Amid Transit Issues, Vote Count Resumes

Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) ordered a nationwide two-hour extension of voting in the presidential runoff, citing public transportation disruptions. This judicial intervention, which overruled the Superior Electoral Court (TSE) and occurred after initial poll closures, led to temporary confusion and a suspension of the vote count. Polling stations have since closed, and vote counting has resumed, though concerns about electoral credibility persist.

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