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Peru Swears In New Leader After President Ousted in Surprise Impeachment Vote
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4:44Now PlayingPeru swore into office a new president Tuesday who is unknown to most and was recently accused of trying to secure the military's support for a congressional effort to boot the nation's last leader out over unproven corruption allegations.
Businessman and former head of Congress Manuel Merino placed his hand on a Bible and swore to carry out the remainder of the current presidential term, which is set to expire in July of next year.
He then donned the red and white presidential sash while wearing a face mask and stood as the nation's hymn was played.
"This is a difficult moment for the country," he said. "Today, the country does not look at the future with hope, but with worry."
Merino's swearing in was met with anger, resignation and protests on the streets of Peru's capital a day after Congress voted to oust popular President Martín Vizcarra, who had campaigned against corruption.
Peruvians widely distrust legislators and decried Vizcarra's removal as an overt power grab.
Analysts warn the country could be thrown into a new period of instability at the same time as it grapples with one of the world's worst coronavirus outbreaks.
Merino also said he will respect the call for the presidential and legislative elections scheduled for April 2021.
Merino is due to end his term on July 28, 2021.
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