The Peruvian Congress has initiated impeachment motions against President Dina Boluarte, highlighting a significant political development in the country. Four motions have been filed, raising serious accusations and calling for her removal from office.
Impeachment Motions Overview
- Motion No. 19769/2025: Proposes declaring Boluarte permanently morally incapacitated under Article 113, Section 2 of Peru’s Political Constitution.
- Motion No. 19770/2025: Similar in nature, this motion emphasizes Boluarte’s permanent moral incapacity.
- Motion No. 19771/2025: Alleges alarming levels of extortion and insecurity since her assumption of office.
- Motion No. 19772/2025: Cites government failures on public safety and critics of her response to organized crime.
Key Allegations Against President Boluarte
The impeachment motions cite several serious allegations:
- The “Rolexgate” case
- Manageability of public insecurity
- Increased poverty rates
- Abandonment of duties, including a cosmetic procedure during critical situations
- Corruption allegations against officials during her term
These issues have cultivated a climate of insecurity and unrest among the Peruvian populace, which lawmakers argue undermines citizens’ rights.
Political Party Responses
Various political groups in Congress have expressed support for the vacancy requests. Notable supporters include:
- Alianza Para el Progreso: Advocates for democracy and cites the urgent need to restore public confidence.
- Fuerza Popular: Emphasizes the necessity of effective measures against crime and supports the vacancy for a new governance phase.
- Avanza Pais: Notes the escalating extortion and crime rates, underlining the need for a change in leadership.
- Podemos Peru: Critiques the government’s ineffective response to violence, urging a strong stance against criminal activities.
- Somos Peru: Initially reserved, the party has now opted to support the impeachment in light of ongoing turmoil.
Next Steps in Congress
The four impeachment motions had been reported during a plenary session. A new session is scheduled to determine their admission by Congress.
This political development signifies a pivotal moment for Peru as it seeks solutions to rampant crime and governance issues, with various parties aligning against President Boluarte’s administration.
