Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Peru's President Jeri Impeached Amid 'Chifagate' Scandal

2/17/2026

31 2 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Peru's President Jose Jeri was impeached and removed four months into his term after a congressional vote.
He is a right-wing leader who succeeded Dina Boluarte, impeached for "moral incapacity."
This marks the seventh presidential removal in a decade as Peru heads toward a general election on April 12.
Jeri is linked to "Chifagate" through undisclosed meetings with a Chinese businessman tied to government contracts.
He denies wrongdoing.

1 of 1

Story summary

Peru's President Jose Jeri was impeached and removed four months into his term after a congressional vote.
He is a right-wing leader who succeeded Dina Boluarte, impeached for "moral incapacity."
This marks the seventh presidential removal in a decade as Peru heads toward a general election on April 12.
Jeri is linked to "Chifagate" through undisclosed meetings with a Chinese businessman tied to government contracts.
He denies wrongdoing.