Peru’s Congress Impeaches President Boluarte; José Jerí Sworn In as New President
Story Highlights
- Peru’s Congress voted 122-0 to impeach President Dina Boluarte on October 10, 2025.
- The impeachment was based on the “moral incapacity” clause, citing concerns over crime rates and corruption allegations.
- José Jerí was sworn in as Peru’s eighth president in a decade, highlighting ongoing political instability.
- The impeachment followed public outcry after a violent shooting in Lima on October 8, 2025.
- Constitutional scholars have raised concerns about the broad interpretation of the “moral incapacity” clause.
On October 10, 2025, Peru’s 130-member Congress unanimously voted to remove President Dina Boluarte from office. The legislative body cited the “moral incapacity” clause in the constitution, referencing her administration’s handling of rising crime rates and persistent corruption allegations. Boluarte did not appear for her defense during the proceedings. This event marks the installation of José Jerí as Peru’s eighth president in ten years, underscoring a period of significant political turnover in the nation.
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The impeachment was preceded by public dissatisfaction, intensified by a violent shooting at a concert in Lima on October 8, 2025. This incident brought to the forefront concerns about the government’s ability to ensure public safety. Following his swearing-in, President Jerí stated, “We must declare war on nationwide crime,” acknowledging the security challenges facing the country.
Analysts have observed a pattern of “hyper-presidential turnover” in Peru since 2016, where Congress has frequently used impeachment to remove elected executives. Legal scholars have expressed concerns regarding the broad interpretation of “moral incapacity” as grounds for impeachment, suggesting it could be used in situations beyond clear constitutional violations or criminal conduct. This interpretation, they argue, could potentially affect the separation of powers within the government.
The ongoing political instability in Peru has also been linked to economic challenges, with concerns raised about the impact on investment and business operations.
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