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Montevideo, February 19th 2026 - 07:15 UTC

Tag: José María Balcázar

  • Thursday, February 19th 2026 - 03:39 UTC

    Peru's congress names José María Balcázar interim president

    Balcázar, a lawyer from Cajamarca and a former judge, takes office with a record that has drawn controversy in the past. It includes public remarks defending child marriage

    Peru’s Congress late Wednesday elected José María Balcázar, an 83-year-old lawmaker from Peru Libre, as the country’s interim president following the removal of President José Jerí amid allegations tied to undisclosed meetings and suspected influence peddling. Balcázar is set to remain in office until July 28, when he must hand power to the winner of the general election scheduled for April 12.

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