Mexico’s President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador is set to implement significant judicial reforms just before Mexico’s Independence Day festivities. These reforms have stirred up a range of reactions. Supporters believe that the changes will enhance accountability among judges and allow the public to have a say in who delivers justice. On the other hand, critics argue that the reforms could undermine the country’s system of checks and balances by compromising the independence of the judiciary. The main purpose of these reforms is to transition from an appointment-based system to one where judges are elected by the citizens. The government hopes that this will combat corruption within the judiciary and align it more closely with the will of the people. The approval of these reforms by the parliament has set the stage for a major transformation, with all judges, including those in the Supreme Court, now set to be elected by the public. However, there are concerns about the impact of these changes, particularly on the integrity and independence of the judiciary. It remains to be seen how the voting process will be organized and whether it will truly address the underlying issues within the judicial system.
