Brazil Federal Police seize R$789k, detain 59 on election day; 1,293 probes in 2026

Brazil's Federal Police conducted election-day operations across 17 states and the Federal District, seizing R$789,000 and detaining 59 people for alleged electoral crimes. The action is part of a broader 2026 effort with 1,293 investigations and R$45.6 million seized, indicating ongoing enforcement against vote-buying and irregularities.