On March 23, 2026, Tomás Gálvez was appointed as the new Attorney General for the 2026-2029 term, following a vote in which he received 3 supports from the Board of Supreme Prosecutors (JFS). He replaces Delia Espinoza, who was dismissed and disqualified by the National Justice Board (JNJ). Gálvez, who had been serving as interim prosecutor since September 2025, received a majority backing against his competitor, Juan Carlos Villena, who garnered two votes against him.
The decision to dismiss Espinoza was confirmed on March 16, marking a significant change in the leadership of the Public Ministry. During his time as interim prosecutor, Gálvez faced criticism for the deactivation of special teams dedicated to fighting corruption and other relevant cases. In January, he shelved investigations against figures such as Supreme Prosecutor Patricia Benavides and former President Dina Boluarte, arguing a lack of sufficient evidence to proceed.
Gálvez’s election comes amid a tense political context, with questions regarding his management and the decisions made during his interim period, which could influence his new term. For more details on the current political context, you can consult this link.
