Peru election results delayed after thousands get a one-day voting extension
Peru's presidential election results are delayed until at least Monday due to logistical issues that prevented many from voting on Sunday. Electoral authorities extended voting for over 52,000 residents in Lima, Peru, as well as Peruvians registered in Orlando, Florida, and Paterson, New Jersey.
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AI-generatedPeru's presidential election results are delayed until at least Monday due to logistical issues that prevented many from voting on Sunday. Electoral authorities extended voting for over 52,000 residents in Lima, Peru, as well as Peruvians registered in Orlando, Florida, and Paterson, New Jersey. The election takes place against a backdrop of rising crime and corruption, fueling voter discontent with the 35 candidates, including a former minister, a comedian, and a political heiress. Voters are required to vote and face a fine for not doing so. Candidates have proposed various measures to combat crime, such as building megaprisons and reinstating the death penalty.
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5 extractedA former minister, a comedian and a political heiress are among 35 candidates vying to become Peru’s ninth president in just 10 years.
Failure to vote comes with a fine of up to $32.
Voting is mandatory for Peruvians from the ages of 18 to 70.
Electoral authorities allowed more than 52,000 residents of Lima to vote on Monday due to logistical issues.
Peruvian voters will have to wait until at least Monday to learn the outcome of Sunday’s presidential election.