Carlos Bruce joined the Somos Perú party after resigning from his membership in Avanza País. The news was released through the official account on social network X of his new political party: “Welcome, Carlos Bruceto the first national political force,” the publication reads.
In the images shared by the group, Bruce is seen signing his membership accompanied by the Mayor of Comas, Ulises Villegaswho has been questioned for a few weeks now for having given money to the students of a school.
The current mayor of the Lima district of Surco He has already held various public offices, including that of minister on several occasions. His experience in the political arena This would make him a key figure for Somos Perú with a view to the upcoming 2026 Elections, a political party that would be seeking to strengthen its presence in municipal governments.
Bruce’s decision to join Somos Perú comes after, On September 6, he submitted his irrevocable resignation to Avanza País and where he explained that his departure was for “strictly personal reasons.” In addition, it becomes relevant in the context of the closing of the registration period for the elections of mayors and regional governors of 2026, which ends on October 12.
Carlos Bruce would have had intentions of joining Peru Moderno
According to information shared by Caretas, Carlos Bruce’s joining Somos Perú would take place after he had Cancelled a possible registration to the Peru Modern partyor, then that Carlos Añaños announced that he would no longer be a presidential candidate.
Furthermore, according to the media, the main intention was that Bruce was the candidate for mayor of Metropolitan Limawhile Carlos Añaños would run for president. However, this plan was reportedly thwarted after Añaños’ announcement.
With important districts in Lima under its control, such as Puente Piedra, Comas, Independencia, Carabayllo, San Juan de Lurigancho and Pucusana, the Somos Perú party would have a solid municipal bloc with electoral potential for 2026.
Carlos Añaños will not run for president with Modern Peru
The businessman Carlos Añañosco-founder of the renowned beverage brand Kola Real, formalized his registration in the Peru Moderno party On June 19, he was initially considered a possible presidential candidate for the 2026 elections. His foray into politics generated great expectations due to his business career and his influence in the private sector.
However, Recent discrepancies between Añaños and Wilson Aragónfounder of Perú Moderno, would have led the businessman to decide to renounce his presidential candidacy. This change of course surprised several members of the party, who saw Añaños as a strong figure for the next elections.
The resignation was confirmed by the president of Perú Moderno, who, through a statement addressed to regional leaders, informed about Añaños’ decision not to run for president, although he will remain part of the party. The president also requested that any propaganda material mentioning Añaños as a candidate be withdrawn.
