Four fears and frustrations that are shaping Brazil’s election. One is Trump.

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Washington Post

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Officials in Brazil have grown increasingly concerned about the possibility of U.S. interference in the presidential vote on Sunday.

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  • Reported by Washington Post and published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:00:00 UTC.

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