White House silent on Lula win; Democrats urge recognition amid Bolsonaro refusal

The White House has not commented on Lula's victory in Brazil's presidential election, while Democratic lawmakers press for recognition of the result. Bolsonaro's son Flavio has refused to concede, raising concerns about a contested transition. The silence from Washington is notable given the US-Brazil relationship and the precedent of the 2020 US election disputes.

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