Overview

• The filing was registered on September 23 with 36 signatures from multiple parties, including Patricia Chirinos and Patricia Juárez.
• The motion cites Santiváñez’s sworn declaration noting 12 ongoing fiscal investigations, including alleged influence peddling and money laundering.
• Backers argue his continuance would undermine Peru’s anti-corruption policy and the defense of human rights.
• Congress is expected to schedule debate and a plenary vote in the coming days as tensions over judicial independence and governance continue.
• Santiváñez was censured as interior minister in March 2025 and resigned, and he has served as justice minister since his August 23 appointment.