Peru’s Political Turmoil Exposes Risks of Weak Sovereignty and Judicial Chaos

In a disconcerting display of political volatility, Peru’s Congress voted to remove interim President José Jerí this week, making him the seventh leader in less than a decade. This revolving door of presidents is not just a local crisis; it reflects a broader failure to uphold national sovereignty and stable governance—principles essential not only for Peru but for U.S. interests in Latin America. How Long Will Peru’s Fragile Institutions Undermine Stability? Jerí, a young lawyer-turned-politician from a small conservative party, was meant to shepherd Peru through a transitional period until the April elections. Instead, he became ensnared in corruption allegations...