Zaviye · Coverage map · 2026-10-11
Brazil's President Lula criticized the TSE for removing a WhatsApp channel, stating it was biased. He gained followers after another candidate was censored.
Brazil's Superior Electoral Court (TSE) ordered the removal of a WhatsApp channel associated with President Lula, citing alleged irregularities. Following this decision, Lula's campaign reported a significant increase in followers across other platforms. Meanwhile, a political figure requested the TSE to shut down another pro-Lula channel with millions of subscribers.
These actions highlight the intense scrutiny and legal battles surrounding digital campaigning in Brazil. The TSE's interventions and the subsequent surge in Lula's online following suggest a dynamic and contested electoral landscape where platform moderation and public perception are closely intertwined.
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All sources: Following the Superior Electoral Court's censorship of Janones, Lula's follower count on WhatsApp increased significantly, while Flávio requested the removal of the 'Exército do Lula' channel.
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