José Jerí

In an overnight session, Peru’s Congress unanimously voted on October 10, 2025 to remove President Dina Boluarte from office on grounds of “moral incapacity,” and within an hour swore in Congress President José Jerí as the country’s interim president. 

Boluarte’s removal goes to spotlight Peru’s recent political instability, making Jerí the nation’s seventh president since 2016. It comes amid widespread discontent over rising crime, weak approval ratings, and repeated attempts by opposition blocs to force her out — changes that could influence the lead-up to Peru’s April 2026 elections.

Lawmakers from across Peru’s political spectrum pushed motions late Thursday night …