Fernando Rospigliosi

Fernando Rospigliosi is the head of Peru's Congress. He is newsworthy because he announced a special plenary session to debate the removal of Peru's President, Jose Jeri. This session was prompted by allegations of bribery and influence-peddling against President Jeri, stemming from a scandal dubbed "Chifagate" involving secretive meetings with Chinese businessmen. The debate took place on February 17, 2026, and ultimately resulted in President Jeri's impeachment with a vote of 75 to 24. Rospigliosi's role in initiating this process highlights the power and influence of the head of Congress in Peruvian politics, especially in instances of presidential misconduct or political instability. The impeachment occurred only four months into Jeri's interim term.