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In September 2020, why did Congress open impeachment proceedings against Vizcarra?
Because of a corruption scandal
Because of "moral incapacity"
Because he dissolved the Congress
No reason was given
Answer
In September 2020, Congress opened impeachment proceedings against President Martín Vizcarra because of "moral incapacity". The proceedings were triggered by allegations that Vizcarra had maintained an affair with a television anchorwoman while he was in office. Vizcarra has denied the allegations. The impeachment process has been criticized by some observers as a power grab by Congress.
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