Legislators vote 101-6 with 10 abstentions to remove Castillo from office for reasons of ‘permanent moral incapacity’
A member of Peru's Congress displays a Peruvian flag after Congress approved the removal of President Pedro Castillo, in Lima, Peru, December 7 2022. Picture: SEBASTIAN CASTANEDA/ REUTERS
Ignoring Castillo’s attempt to shut down Congress, legislators moved ahead with the impeachment trial, with 101 votes in favour of removing him, six against and 10 abstentions, for reasons of “permaWhile it was unclear who would ultimately prevail, Castillo appeared to be losing his grip on power as allies abandoned him and ministers, the armed forces, police and the US ambassador criticised his move to shut down Congress outside normal legal channels.
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