Peru's congress votes to oust President Jeri

Peru's President holds a press conference after facing congressional oversight committee amid scandal over undisclosed meetings, in Lima
Peruvian President Jose Jeri holds a press conference after facing a congressional oversight committee, amid a scandal over undisclosed meetings with a Chinese businessman, a case that has intensified scrutiny over his government's transparency and accountability, at the Government Palace, in Lima, Peru, January 21, 2026. REUTERS/Gerardo Marin
Source: REUTERS

Peru's Congress on Tuesday ousted President Jose Jeri after just four months in office, following a scandal over undisclosed meetings with a Chinese businessman, continuing a revolving door of leaders in the South American nation.

Jeri was removed by simple majority vote through a censure measure.

This article was produced by Reuters news agency. It has not been edited by Global South World.

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