Peru president ousted and arrested after bid to dissolve Congress
Impeached President Pedro Castillo (2nd left) speaking with Peruvian prosecutors in Lima on December 7, 2022 after the Congress voted to oust him. PHOTO | ADMINISTRACION DE JUSTICIA PERUANA | AFP
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What you need to know:
Ahead of an impeachment vote by Congress, Pedro Castillo tried to dissolve the government and seize power. The attempt ended with his ouster and arrest.
