Lula: WhatsApp channel will surpass armies of powers

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) said on Thursday (October 22, 2026) that China, Russia and Estados Unidos will be "shamed" of the size of the channel "Army of Lula" on WhatsApp. The statement was made during a live broadcast alongside federal deputy André Janones (Rede-MG), who manages the channel. Live sought to mobilize supporters in the final straight of the second round of the presidential elections against the opponent Flávio Bolsonaro (PL).

“Possibly China, Russia, the Estados Unidos will be embarrassed, because our army will be much larger,” Lula said. The speech immediately resonated on social networks and among political analysts, who highlighted the use of military metaphors in a harsh electoral context.

Context of live broadcast

The live was organized with the aim of engaging digital militancy and expanding the reach of the channel on WhatsApp, a platform widely used by the PL campaign. The live broadcast format was explored with a greater focus on social networks, according to the source. The presence of Janones, known for his work in digital media, reinforced the strategy of direct communication with the electorate.

The channel “Exército do Lula” is managed by the deputy and has been used to disseminate campaign content, calls and messages of mobilization. The transmission took place at a decisive moment, a few days before the final vote, when each vote can define the result.

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Comparison with international armies

Citing China, Russia and Estados Unidos, Lula used a hyperbole to scale the mobilization potential of his supporters. The comparison, though symbolic, drew attention for involving three global military powers. The president did not present concrete numbers or projections on the size of the channel, limiting himself to the affirmation of numerical superiority.

Political communication experts heard by the report (the source did not detail the names) assess that the rhetoric seeks to inflate the feeling of belonging and collective strength among followers. The strategy of creating a virtual “army” is not new, but gains specific contours in the Brazilian context of polarization.

Countering the “Evil Army”

Lula opposed the channel to an “army of evil” and defended that the movement it represents is aimed at construction, not destruction. Our army is in a struggle to build a harmonious society, a loving society, a society, you know, that builds, does not destroy. A society that will distribute books, will distribute culture and not weapons and not hatred. It is this army that needs to defeat the army of evil,” he said.

The speech reinforces the campaign narrative of the PT, which seeks to associate the opponent with negative values and present Lula as an agent of pacification and culture. The mention of “books” and “culture” as opposed to “weapons” and “hate” is a direct nod to progressive guidelines and the younger electorate.

Wide call of supporters

The president has summoned supporters of all age groups without restrictions. “I am sure I will count on every soldier, man or woman, teenager or elderly person, because in our army there is no limit, there is only a will, there is only a claw, there is only a willingness to win,” he said.

The inclusive message aims to broaden the digital volunteer base by encouraging content sharing and active participation in the campaign. The reference to adolescents and the elderly indicates an attempt to reach different demographic profiles on WhatsApp, a massively used app in Brazil.

Impact and analysis

The statement generated immediate reactions on social networks, with supporters sharing live clips and critics questioning the tone of the war. The source did not detail official responses from the countries cited or from the opposing campaign. The use of military language in political campaigns is common, but the comparison with foreign armies adds an unusual element to the discourse.

For the reader of Ponta Grossa and the region, the presidential dispute has a direct impact on federal public policies affecting Campos Gerais, such as investments in infrastructure, education and health. Digital engagement can influence the local mobilization of volunteers and the dissemination of information on proposals.

Next steps of the campaign

With the second round approaching, Lula’s campaign should intensify live broadcasts and the use of the WhatsApp channel to convert undecided and ensure turnout. The source did not detail the president’s official agenda for the coming days. The expectation is that new lives will be held with a focus on regional themes and the contrast of proposals.

The Boca no Trombone portal will continue to follow the unfolding of the election race and its reflections on the Paraná. Stay tuned for upcoming publications for real-time analysis and updates.

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