Bolsonaro ally pastor declares elections over, rules out third round after Lula win

JB Carvalho, pastor and ally of defeated candidate Flávio, publicly declared the elections concluded and urged followers to stop 'prophesying chaos,' signaling acceptance of Lula's victory. This marks a notable departure from prior rhetoric that suggested contesting results, reducing near-term risk of post-election instability. The move consolidates Lula's mandate but leaves underlying political polarization unresolved.

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