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Brazil· Rio de JaneiroDouglas Ruas elected governor of Rio in first round
Douglas Ruas of the PL party has been elected governor of Rio in the first round, with the TSE confirming his victory and annulling votes for Garotinho.
Background
Brazil's gubernatorial elections are held every four years, with candidates needing over 50% of valid votes to win in the first round. The Superior Electoral Court (TSE) is the highest electoral body, responsible for overseeing elections and validating results.
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Douglas Ruas (PL) elected governor of Rio in first round
First report 1h agoLast update 1h agoGeobits report the factual election outcome for the governor of Rio.
Douglas Ruas Elected Governor of Rio de Janeiro After Vote Annulment
First report 1h agoLast update 1h agoThe TSE confirmed Douglas Ruas's election as governor of Rio de Janeiro after annulling Garotinho's votes.
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