Archive · 26 Dec 2025
Bolsonaro Endorses Son for 2026 Brazil Election
Jair Bolsonaro, the former president of Brazil, is in the hospital after having surgery.
From his hospital bed, he said he wants his son, Flavio, to run for president in 2026.
Flavio is currently a senator.
Jair Bolsonaro has had many health problems and is also in jail because of legal issues.
He wants his son to win against the current president, Lula da Silva.
Many people are surprised that Jair Bolsonaro chose his son instead of someone with more experience.
Jair Bolsonaro endorsed his son Flavio for the 2026 Brazilian presidential election from his hospital bed after hernia surgery.
Flavio Bolsonaro, currently a Brazilian senator, aims to unseat President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in the 2026 elections.
Bolsonaro's endorsement surprised many, as they expected him to back a more experienced candidate.
Bolsonaro has faced repeated health setbacks, including multiple abdominal surgeries since 2018.
Bolsonaro is currently jailed, sentenced to 27 years in prison for attempting to prevent Lula da Silva from taking office.
- Who
- Jair Bolsonaro and his son Flavio Bolsonaro
- What
- Jair Bolsonaro endorsed his son Flavio for the 2026 Brazilian presidential election
- When
- Thursday (after hernia surgery)
- Where
- Brasilia, Brazil
- Why
- To continue his political legacy and unseat current President Lula da Silva
- Candidate
- Flavio Bolsonaro
- Election Year
- 2026
- Current Office
- Brazilian Senator
- Endorsement Source
- Jair Bolsonaro (hospital letter)
- Current President
- Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva
- Bolsonaro's Health
- Recovering from hernia surgery
- Bolsonaro's Legal Status
- Jailed, sentenced to 27 years
