LIMA, Peru — Peru’s attorney general on Wednesday reversed his dismissal of the lead investigators in a sweeping corruption probe into top officials, retreating in the face of a growing public outcry and a bid by the president that could remove him from office. Attorney General Pedro Chavarry’s announcement came just two days after he abruptly removed the prosecutors, a move that sparked street protests across Peru. Despite Chavarry’s retreat, President Martin Vizcarra pressed forward with his plans to rebuild the attorney general’s office. He urged lawmakers to declare an emergency in the office, which could pave the way for Chavarry’s removal. He said he removed Perez for questioning his election as attorney general and Vela for supporting him.

Source: National Post January 02, 2019 19:21 UTC