- Peru’s Congress has impeached interim President Jose Jeri after four months.
- Lawmakers voted to remove him following serious allegations of corruption.
- He is the seventh head of state ousted in the country since 2016.
Peru has been plunged into fresh political turmoil after its Congress voted to remove interim President Jose Jeri from office on Tuesday.
Eko Hot Blog reports that this happened after just four months of leadership following his appointment in October 2025.
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The legislature voted 75 to 24 in favor of the impeachment after a scandal involving secret meetings with Chinese businessmen.
The controversy, dubbed “Chifagate,” began when footage surfaced showing the 39 year old leader at a restaurant with individuals linked to illegal logging and government contracts.
Prosecutors have already opened a preliminary investigation into whether the President exercised undue influence in these dealings.
While Jeri has denied any criminal wrongdoing, the public backlash and loss of congressional support made his position untenable.
This latest ousting continues a decade of instability that has seen Peru cycle through multiple presidents due to resignations and impeachments.
The country is currently preparing for general elections scheduled for April 12, but this leadership vacuum creates new uncertainty.
A new interim leader is expected to be chosen by Congress on Wednesday to serve until the official transition in July.
Peru’s economy remains relatively stable despite the frequent turnover at the Government Palace.
However, the rise in violent crime and extortion has left the public frustrated with the revolving door of leadership.
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