Brazil court suspends Lula campaign ads targeting senators
Brazilian Supreme Court minister Nunes Marques ordered suspension of Lula's campaign propaganda against Senators Flávio Bolsonaro and Gaspar, citing omission of an archived case and use of an outdated headline. The ruling is a legal setback for Lula's campaign ahead of elections, potentially affecting voter perception.
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