Flávio Bolsonaro gains in polls and rallies supporters as Lula faces political challenges

A new Datafolha poll shows Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, has gained significant ground and is now in a technical tie with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in a potential second-round presidential matchup. The poll also indicates Flávio Bolsonaro has double the support of Lula among evangelical voters.

Supporters of Bolsonaro held rallies across Brazil, where Flávio Bolsonaro spoke, criticizing Lula and the Supreme Court. Meanwhile, Lula's allies are reportedly trying to contain political damage related to investigations involving Lula's son, and a separate poll indicates a majority of voters do not believe in the honesty of Lula or Flávio Bolsonaro.

In a related judicial matter, Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes denied another request to move Jair Bolsonaro from prison to house arrest. Moraes cited the former president's frequent medical visits as evidence of his good health. Flávio Bolsonaro has been included as one of his father's lawyers in the penal execution process, allowing him daily visits.