On Tuesday, the Peruvian Congress voted to remove interim President José Heri from office, with the decision resulting from allegations of corruption looming over him. The vote was significant, with 75 members in favor of the dismissal, 24 against, and three abstaining. This marks another turn in the ongoing political crisis in Peru, which has seen seven presidents since 2016, revealing deep-seated issues within the country's political landscape.

Heri, who has held the presidency since October 10, will return to his role as a congressman until a new interim president is elected from within Congress. This new interim leader will serve until July 28, when the office will be officially handed over to the winner of the presidential elections scheduled for April 12. The repeated dismissals of presidents reflect the turbulence in Peruvian politics and the challenges faced by lawmakers in restoring stability.

Additionally, the investigation into Heri's alleged misconduct, including corruption and abuse of power linked to his former and current officials, exacerbates the uncertainty surrounding Peru's governance. With elections on the horizon, the need for a reliable leadership becomes critical, and the political fallout from Heri's dismissal could influence voter sentiment and the dynamics of the upcoming polls.