Peru Libre congresswoman amidst controversy for recruiting members during working hours

Peru Libre congresswoman Kelly Portalatino finds herself in the midst of controversy after the television program "Cuarto Poder" revealed that her parliamentary advisor, Luis Solís Rodríguez, was allegedly recruiting members for the political group during working hours. These actions, supposedly with the backing of the legislator, have raised concerns and sparked a series of questions regarding the ethics and legality of such practices. In response to this situation, Congressman Américo Gonza came to the defense of his fellow party member by downplaying the accusation, arguing that the Constitution recognizes the political rights of citizens and that no one can be prevented from participating in politics. According to Gonza, having membership forms for a political party is not a crime, and he compared the situation to the past prohibition of communist literature, hinting at an alleged excess of control and restriction. However, the accusations against Solís Rodríguez go beyond mere political affiliation, as he is accused of offering government positions in exchange for people joining Peru Libre. If confirmed, this practice would seriously question the ethics and transparency in the process of recruiting members for the political group. One of the most striking aspects of this situation is that Portalatino's advisor is reportedly receiving a monthly salary of S/ 5,000 for his services as a parliamentary advisor, while at the same time being involved in recruitment activities for the political party. A former employee of the congresswoman's office revealed these details, highlighting the existence of "extra duties" that may be outside the scope of the advisor's parliamentary responsibilities. The accusations against Portalatino and her advisor raise concerns about potential conflicts of interest and misuse of resources, especially in a political context where corruption and lack of transparency have been persistent issues. The alleged link between political affiliation and obtaining government positions raises questions about the legitimacy of selection and hiring processes in the public sphere. In this regard, it is essential that the competent authorities thoroughly investigate these accusations and clarify whether irregularities or crimes have been committed in the recruitment process for Peru Libre members. Transparency and accountability are fundamental pillars of democracy, so it is necessary to ensure that political practices adhere to legality and ethics. The case of Kelly Portalatino and her parliamentary advisor highlights the importance of maintaining impeccable conduct and respecting democratic principles in the exercise of politics. Citizens deserve representatives who act with integrity and in the public interest, avoiding any actions that could compromise the integrity of institutions and undermine the trust of the public in their political leaders. Transparency and ethics must prevail at all times to guarantee the legitimacy and credibility of the democratic system.