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Paulo Costa advises Brazilians to leave following Lula's reelection

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Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Paulo Costa advises Brazilians to leave following Lula's reelection

Summary

UFC fighter Paulo Costa has expressed discontent with Brazil's presidential election results, where Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was reelected for an unprecedented fourth term. In a post on X, Costa encouraged his fellow Brazilians to consider emigrating, stating he is grateful to live in the United States. He offered assistance for obtaining documentation to relocate. Costa also commented on criticism he received after his remarks, asserting he has distanced himself from Brazil due to his views. He is currently involved in a contract dispute with the UFC regarding his remaining fights.

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•Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won Brazil's presidential election.
•Costa urged Brazilians to leave the country and offered help with U.S. documentation.
•He expressed relief at not being part of the political situation in Brazil.
•Costa is in a dispute with the UFC over his final fight contract.
•He currently resides in Las Vegas, away from Brazil.

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