Impeachment of Dina Boluarte

Throughout her tenure, Boluarte was chronically unpopular, reaching a historic low of 2% approval . Consequently, she was labeled "the world's least popular leader" or the "most unpopular leader in the world". She faced multiple impeachment motions stemming from various scandals and allegations of corruption, criticism of her handling of security crises, and general disapproval of her governance. None of the initial motions succeeded, as they were primarily supported only by left and far-left parties. However, right-wing parties—including Popular Renewal, We Are Peru, Alliance for Progress, and even Popular Force—eventually lent their support to the final impeachment process. == Impeachment ==

On 9 October 2025, several congressional blocs submitted multiple motions of impeachment against President Boluarte. At the time of filing, it was unclear whether the motions had the necessary support to be admitted for debate. The central arguments for impeachment were the ongoing security crisis—exacerbated by the Círculo Militar de Chorrillos shooting the previous day—and the government's eroding authority. At 5:00 p.m., a second motion (Agenda 19770) was introduced by Congresswoman and other legislators, citing the escalating security crisis, a lack of executive leadership, and an alleged inability to govern. As rumors of a potential escape circulated, some legislators submitted documents to several embassies to preemptively deny Boluarte asylum upon her removal. Her lawyer, Juan Carlos Portugal, however, publicly ruled out any such intention. Meanwhile, demonstrators gathered outside the Ecuadorian embassy and the president's residence in Surquillo. A brief debate on the impeachment motions was held at 9:00 p.m., followed by five votes to admit them. All five passed with a congressional majority, with Congressman of We Are Peru as the sole dissenting vote on each occasion. A request to hold the final impeachment vote at 11:30 p.m. was then approved with 113 votes in favour. Her lawyer issued a statement declaring that Boluarte would not attend, arguing that the limited time given to prepare violated her right to defense and that they would not legitimize the proceeding. The impeachment process began at 11:50 p.m. The final vote commenced at 00:01 on 10 October 2025, and at 00:07, Boluarte's removal was announced with 122 votes in favour, 0 against, and 0 abstentions. Following the removal, a motion of censure against the Board of Directors presided over by José Jerí was introduced for debate. While this motion was being voted on, Boluarte issued a recorded statement defending her administration. After the motion of censure was rejected, Jerí was sworn in as the new president. == Voting results ==

The final vote on the presidential impeachment was held on 10 October 2025. The constitution grants the president the right to a defense, and the session was scheduled for this purpose; however, as noted, President Boluarte chose not to attend. The motion to remove Boluarte for "permanent moral incapacity" was approved unanimously by the legislators present, with 121 votes in favor, 0 against, and 0 abstentions, resulting in the vacancy of the presidency. == References ==