Patricia Juárez, a member of the Peruvian Congress, has publicly criticized the absence of opposition members during a debate concerning legislative powers requested by the Executive branch. The Senate’s Constitution Commission approved the inclusion of seven additional measures to the legislative powers’ ruling originally requested. Juárez lamented the “empty chairs” of the opposition, suggesting a lack of engagement in a crucial parliamentary process within Peru. This approval expands the scope of powers granted to the Executive. The opposition’s absence raises questions about their strategy regarding the Executive’s requests and their role in shaping the final legislation. The debate centered around the extent of authority granted to the government and the potential impact on Peru’s political landscape. This decision by the Senate commission is likely to fuel further political tension and debate within the country.