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Luiz Inácio “Lula” da Silva was sworn in as Brazil’s president for the third time on Sunday, as threats of violence loomed from supporters of his predecessor, Jair Bolsonaro.
“I promise to maintain, defend and fulfill the constitution, observe the laws, promote the general good of the Brazilian people, support the unity, integrity and independence of Brazil,” Lula mentioned.
The 76-year-old politician, returning to the presidency after a 12 yr hiatus, arrived together with his spouse, Rosângela da Silva, on the Metropolitan Cathedral in Brasília at 12:20 p.m. native time earlier than heading to congress the place a proper congressional session came about.
Parliamentarians applauded Lula earlier than breaking right into a chant of “ole, ole ola, Lula, Lula.”
The Senate president opened the ceremony by paying respects to…
2023-01-01 18:43:37 Lula da Silva sworn in as Brazil’s president amid fears of violence from Bolsonaro supporters
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