Rio Carnival Parades Feature Divisive Lula Tribute

By The BriefBrief

The parade includes a metallic robot of Lula, criticized as early campaigning for the upcoming election.

WHO: President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva

WHAT: Rio Carnival parades

WHEN: Feb 16, 2026 at 12:29 AM ET

WHERE: Rio de Janeiro

WHY: Opposition claims it's veiled campaigning

Sources (1): Japan Times

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