Jose Jeri

Jose Jeri was the President of Peru, recently impeached by Congress after serving only four months in office. He is described as a right-wing president. Jeri's removal stems from a corruption scandal dubbed 'Chifagate,' involving undisclosed late-night meetings with a Chinese state contractor at a Chinese restaurant. Allegations included bribery and influence-peddling. Despite the controversy and mounting pressure, Jeri initially refused to resign. Congress ultimately voted to remove him from office, marking the latest in a series of Peruvian presidents ousted by Congress. His impeachment has led to political instability, with Jose Maria Balcazar appointed as interim president until new elections in April 2026. Jeri's ousting highlights ongoing political turmoil and corruption concerns in Peru.