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Peru: 215 convicted candidates cleared for 2026 regional/municipal elections
La República (Peru)LO·PE·2 days ago
Fourteen Peruvian political parties have formally asked the National Elections Jury (JNE) to clarify whether mayors seeking re-election can assume office, requesting a response within three days to inform debate. Renovación Popular declined to join the request, signaling internal political division. The ruling will affect electoral procedures and candidate eligibility ahead of upcoming elections.