Peru's Political Crisis: Congress Ousts President Boluarte as Jose Jeri Vows to Combat Rising Crime

Oct 10, 2025 04:37 pm CST

Peru's Congress unanimously removed President Dina Boluarte amid corruption allegations and public outrage over rising crime, swearing in 38-year-old Jose Jeri as the country's seventh president since 2016. Jeri immediately declared "war on crime" as Peru continues to struggle with political instability and security challenges.