Lula Seeks to Mend Ties After Ally's Defeat in Congress

Brazilian President Lula is working to rebuild relations with Senate President Alcolumbre after the rejection of his ally Messias. Senator Jaques Wagner said the rejection was used to slap Lula and described the relationship with Alcolumbre as strained. Lula is also preparing for talks with Trump, prioritizing an end to a trade investigation and addressing drug trafficking, with Iran also on the agenda. The PCC and CV criminal groups are seen as the biggest risk for Lula in that meeting.