Brazil: Lula centralizes decisions after PT electoral setback; internal blame game begins

Following a worse-than-expected first-round result, President Lula has centralized decision-making, while PT allies blame key figures (Janja, Sidônio, Edinho) for the setback. The party is now adjusting agendas and communication strategy ahead of the runoff, signaling internal turmoil and a potential shift in campaign tactics.