Senator Daniel Barragán of Peru is defending his support for 27 legislative powers, despite initially indicating he would respect the 20 approved by the Cámara de Diputados. He justified his position by stating that the country requires further measures to address citizen insecurity and the El Niño phenomenon. Barragán clarified that decisions made by his political group are consulted with party leader, Ricardo Belmont. The senator’s statements come as a response to criticism regarding his evolving stance on the legislative powers. He emphasized the importance of prioritizing national needs over partisan allegiances, stating it is not about choosing “one team or another.” This issue is currently being discussed in Lima, Peru, and reported on by Lima Gris. The situation highlights ongoing political tensions concerning legislative priorities in the country.