INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
In Peru, a major political conflict is unfolding
Patricia Benavides, the Prosecutor General, has taken a bold step.She filed a constitutional complaint against President Dina Boluarte
This action occurred in the Parliament.The complaint connects to deaths in recent anti-government protests
These protests happened from December 2022 to March 2023.Benavides made her move public through a televised message
protests took place.Peruvian President and Prosecutor in Power Struggle
She emphasizes their fight against corruption and impunity, especially in high-power circles.Meanwhile, Congresswoman Ruth Luque adds to the
She views it as a political tactic
Boluarte believes this tactic aims to shift focus from allegations against Benavides.She finds the timing of the suspected complaint
This group allegedly influences congressional decisions.These include appointments and dismissals in the National Board of Justice
and legal challenges facing Peru.
