Brazil heads to general election with Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro as front-runners | BBC News

Brazilians have begun voting in a general election. The video names the two most prominent candidates, current president Luíz Inácio Lula da Silva of the left and Flávio Bolsonaro of the right, who are leading the polls. According to the description, the election has raised questions about US influence, trade tariffs, organised crime and Brazil's sovereignty. The report presents an overview of the election and the two leading candidates.

• Brazil's general election is underway
• Lula da Silva (left) and Flávio Bolsonaro (right) are the main candidates
• Issues raised include US influence, trade tariffs, organised crime and sovereignty

Brazilians have begun voting in a general election, where the most prominent candidates are current president, left-wing leader Luíz Inácio Lula da Silva, and right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro. The election has raised questions about US influence, trade tariffs, organised crime and Brazil’s sovereignty. Here’s what you need to know about Brazil’s general election, and the two candidates leading the polls. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #Brazil #BBCNews