Political Chaos in Peru as Congress Removes President Martín Vizcarra, and His Replacement Resigns Days Later

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On November 9, 2020, Peruvian lawmakers voted overwhelmingly to remove President Martín Vizcarra from office. They cited his handling of the coronavirus pandemic, as well as alleged, but unproven, corruption allegations. While Vizcarra said he would not fight the dismissal, the action by legislators proved to be a risky move in a country where the president was highly popular, but Congress was not. After days of furious protest, the leader of the Peruvian Congress, Manuel Merino, who had been installed as interim president, stepped down. He in turn was replaced by Francisco Sagasti, who had voted against the removal of President Vizcarra. Riding out the ups and downs, commentators had plenty to say.

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