Overview
- Fernández told RPP he had already filed the withdrawal and cast the decision as a defense of democratic competition.
- The case stemmed from Combina’s post on X sharing an image of an alleged resolution tying Fernández to the appointment of ‘Makanaky’ in Moche.
- Fernández maintained the purported resolution did not exist and accused the ex-legislator of aggravated defamation.
- After Combina missed the October 30 hearing and lacked accredited counsel, Judge Juan Conrrado Bendezú declared him contumacious and ordered his immediate location and arrest.
- The reports do not specify whether the withdrawal affects the outstanding court order, as Combina seeks Avanza País’s presidential pre-candidacy.