MEXICO CITY.- After the approval in the Congress of the Union of the constitutional supremacy reform, the initiative presented by Morena was sent to the Local conferences.
Being a constitutional change, the reform needs to be endorsed by both the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate as 17 state legislatures for its enactment.
The reform presented by Morena prevents Judiciary invalidate and grant protections to suspend constitutional reforms and has been strongly criticized by the opposition, judges and activists.
This initiative arises after the Supreme Court agreed to analyze controversies and suspensions issued by judges against the reform of the Judiciary, proposed by the former president Andrés Manuel López Obrador.
States approve constitutional supremacy reform
To date, 10 local Legislatures have already approved the constitutional supremacy reform presented by the Morena bench in the Senate.
The reform was sent to local Congresses yesterday, Wednesday, the same day it was approved by the Chamber of Deputies.
The approval rounds in the Legislatures began on Wednesday night and continued during the early hours of Thursday.
Zacatecas It was the first entity to approve the reform 18 votes in favor and 10 against at 10:40 p.m. last night.
almost at the same time Tabasco It became the second state to approve the reform with 24 votes in favor and eight against.
Between 10:40 and 11:40 pm the congresses of Mexico City, Quintana Roo, Sonora y Tamaulipas They endorsed the initiative with a total of six states.
During the early hours of the morning, the Congress of Campeche e Hidalgoboth around 2 in the morning.
Finally, this Thursday morning the Congress of Nayarit (at 6:00 am) and Oaxaca (7:52 am)
There are 12 local congresses that approved constitutional supremacy
During the course of Thursday, two more local congresses approved the constitutional supremacy reform, which adds up to 12 of the 17 necessary for it to be enacted in the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF).
Minutes after 11:00 am, the Congress of Baja California approved the initiative with 19 votes in favor and five against.
Around 11:30 am, the Congress of Chiapas It was the twelfth state to endorse the Reform Regarding the Unchallengeability of Constitutional Additions or Reforms.
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**Interview with Dr. Maria Gonzalez, Political Analyst**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Dr. Gonzalez. The recent approval by the Mexican Senate of the constitutional supremacy reform has stirred quite a debate. Can you explain what this reform entails?
**Dr. Gonzalez:** Absolutely. The constitutional supremacy reform, proposed by the Morena party, aims to limit the judiciary’s power to invalidate constitutional reforms. Essentially, it seeks to protect changes made by the legislature from being challenged in court, which has raised serious concerns regarding the checks and balances in the Mexican political system.
**Interviewer:** Many opposition members, judges, and activists have criticized this reform. What are their main concerns?
**Dr. Gonzalez:** The primary concern is that this reform undermines the independence of the judiciary. Critics argue that it removes a vital mechanism that allows the judiciary to review and prevent potential abuses of power by the legislature. In a democracy, having a system of checks and balances is crucial to safeguarding civil rights and ensuring the government remains accountable.
**Interviewer:** The Supreme Court recently agreed to analyze the challenges to these reforms. How does this interaction between the legislature and judiciary play into the current political landscape?
**Dr. Gonzalez:** This situation reflects a significant conflict between the two branches of government. The legislature is asserting its authority through these reforms, while the Supreme Court’s willingness to review challenges indicates its role as a guardian of constitutional rights. This dynamic raises questions about the future of judicial independence in Mexico, especially considering there are now ten state legislatures that have approved the reform.
**Interviewer:** What impact could this reform have on future legislative actions and judicial oversight?
**Dr. Gonzalez:** If the reform is fully enacted, it could embolden the legislature to pass more controversial laws without fear of judicial scrutiny. This may lead to a significant shift in power dynamics, with the potential for legislative overreach. Additionally, it could discourage citizens and organizations from challenging government actions, knowing their cases may not be adequately heard in court.
**Interviewer:** what do you think the next steps will be for the reform and for those opposing it?
**Dr. Gonzalez:** The process will continue as the reform must now be ratified by a majority of state legislatures. Opposition groups will likely ramp up their advocacy efforts to halt this movement, possibly through public demonstrations or legal challenges. It’s a critical moment for democracy in Mexico, and how both proponents and opponents respond will shape the future political landscape.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Gonzalez, for your insights on this complex and vital issue.
**Dr. Gonzalez:** My pleasure! Thank you for having me.
