Event Brief
Rio Carnaval float draws criticisms over Lula tribute
Filed: Feb 16, 2026 at 3:06 PM ET
Summary: A parade float praising Brazil's president Lula strode through Rio's Sambadrome, drawing controversy and triggering lawsuits.
WHO: Brazil's president Lula
WHAT: A parade float praising Lula
WHEN: Feb 16, 2026 at 1:38 PM ET
WHERE: Rio's Sambadrome
WHY: It drew controversy and triggered lawsuits
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