November 18, 2022 13:07 GMT
Lula Agrees to Back Lira's Re-Election in Return for Spending Support
BRAZIL
- In political machinations, Bloomberg report that Lula has agreed to support the re-election of House Speak Lira, on the condition that Lira supports Bolsa Familia social programs outside of the spending cap rules for at least two years, according to sources.
- The sources added that Lula is considering reinstating tax burdens that were eliminated under Bolsonaro, including taxes on fuel and industrial products.
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