Newly elected Congresswoman Svieta Fernández has formally requested that President José María Balcázar consider granting a presidential pardon to former President Pedro Castillo. Fernández, representing Tacna, sent a letter to the current president outlining her appeal. She bases her request on grounds of humanity, justice, and the need for national reconciliation. The congresswoman urges Balcázar to evaluate the constitutional mechanisms available for such a pardon. This request comes amidst ongoing legal proceedings involving Castillo and significant political division within Peru. The move is likely to further fuel debate regarding accountability and the future of Peruvian democracy. The story was originally reported by Lima Gris.