Congress overrode President Lula's veto of a bill that reduces sentences for those convicted of January 8th, 2023 acts. The measure directly benefits former president Jair Bolsonaro. International press highlighted the vote as evidence of the fragile relationship between Lula and the Legislature.
The January 8, 2023 acts refer to events that resulted in convictions, including that of former president Jair Bolsonaro. Congress has a conservative majority, which has generated tensions in relations with the Lula government.
International press interpreted the veto override as evidence of Lula's weakened relationship with Congress
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La Nación interpreted the results as evidence of a governability crisis
The Guardian mentioned that Lula appears virtually tied with Bolsonaro's son in polls
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