Peru is on the brink of political upheaval as interim president José Jerí faces a crucial vote in Congress that could result in his censure and subsequent removal from office. This development comes as the country gears up for presidential and legislative elections scheduled for April 12, just two months away. The political climate in Peru has been unstable, with Jerí having ascended to the presidency only four months ago after the ousting of former president Dina Boluarte.

Jerí, who previously served as president of Congress, took over leadership in October 2023, tasked with guiding the country until the upcoming general elections. However, his tenure has been marred by a sharp drop in public approval and investigations initiated against him, prompting several motions of censure. These motions have intensified as the interim president grapples with diminishing support from both citizens and political factions, igniting discussions about the future direction of the government.

If the censure motions succeed, this will not only mark another presidential change in a tumultuous decade for Peru—its eighth in that span—but it will also heighten the urgency surrounding the upcoming elections. The political situation poses significant implications for stability in the country, raising questions about the leadership dynamics and governance as Peru seeks to navigate its complex political landscape during this critical period.