Overview

• Speaking at the Ministry of Health’s 90th anniversary ceremony in Jesús María on October 3, President Dina Boluarte addressed the 2026 race during an official act.
• She urged citizens not to support so‑called “negacionistas,” called for backing “good democrats,” and warned opponents would “disguise themselves as good sheep” with extravagant promises.
• Former ONPE chief Fernando Tuesta said the remarks violate the law and urged the Lima Centro Special Electoral Jury to impose sanctions.
• The intervention follows a September PCM communiqué defending Fuerza Popular, which critics viewed as unprecedented government favoritism toward a political party.
• Reporting notes that several ministers have resigned or may seek 2026 candidacies; at the event Boluarte praised Health Minister César Vásquez for surpassing 60% budget execution, with coverage indicating he could leave to run.