MEXICO CITY.- The discussion on the reform of the Judiciary, proposed by the former president, began Andrés Manuel López Obrador, in the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN).
This Tuesday, November 5, the eleven ministers of the court will vote on their partner’s project Juan Luis González Alcántara Carrancá on an unconstitutionality action against the judicial reform.
The discussion takes place amid protests against the reform, as well as accusations on Executive power y Legislative against him Judicial for the questions to the initiative.
What happened at the SCJN today?
10:00 am: Discussion begins
The minister president Norma Piña began the analysis of the project of Minister Juan Luis González Alcántara Carrancá.
This project proposes invalidating the election of judges by direct vote and maintaining that of ministers of the SCJN and magistrates of Electoral Tribunal of the Judicial Branch of the Federation (TEPJF).
The session begins with the eleven ministers present.
“It is not an exaggeration to say that whatever decision we reach, it will be taken up by the history books of our country,” said Norma Piña in her opening speech.
“Our constitutional democracy faces unprecedented threats”, thus the speech of Norma Piña, minister president of the SCJN
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— Azucena Uresti (@azucenau) November 5, 2024
10:37 am: They refuse to postpone the discussion
By a majority of nine votes, the Plenary Court rejects the proposal of Minister Lenia Batres to withdraw the González Alcántara project to partially annul the reform
11:27 am: Criticism of political parties
Regarding the present unconstitutionality action promoted by opposition political parties, the minister Alberto Pérez Dayán He indicated that he does not agree that these organizations have such power.
“(I regret) those instances of the electoral order, renouncing the responsible exercise of their powers, have privileged biased interpretations that favored personal interests,” he expressed.
In this regard, the minister Juan Luis González He assured that the judicial reform “is actually an electoral reform.”
1:16 pm: Challenge of political parties has legitimacy
The SCJN determines that the PRI, PAN y Citizen Movement They have legal legitimacy to challenge the judicial reform through an unconstitutionality action.
With a majority of eight votes, it is recognized that the political parties complied with the requirements established in article 105, second section, Section F, of the Constitution.
The three parties that presented the appeal are duly registered in the National Electoral Institute (INE) and those who signed the demands are the legal representatives.
#BREAKING 🚨 | By majority vote, the Supreme Court considers that political parties have legitimacy to challenge the reform of the Judiciary. pic.twitter.com/QhmlkcBEqC
— El Universal (@El_Universal_Mx) November 5, 2024
Among her arguments against, the minister Loretta Ortiz Ahlf He assured that political parties lack legitimacy to promote actions of this type against constitutional norms.
1:50 pm: They defend the powers of the SCJN
The minister Alfredo Gutiérrez Ortiz Mena argues that the SCJN is empowered to review constitutional substitution cases when an unconstitutionality action is filed.
“This power is available because following the reasoning of the project, the reforming power is a constituted and not a constituent power, it is therefore a limited power,” he explained.
“’Any reform that attempts against any of them (the Powers) would necessarily have to be interpreted not as a modification of the constitutional order, but as an authentic destruction of it,’” the minister quoted.
3:15 pm: Recess in the Plenary Court
After five hours of discussion, the Plenary Court went into recess.
The minister president declared a recess and indicated that the discussion will resume at 4:30 pm today.
Minister Piña decreed the pause to review whether eight or six votes are required to invalidate a constitutional reform. And the judicial reform, in force since last September, establishes that six votes are required with a composition of the High Court of nine ministers, but currently the plenary session is made up of 11.
An agreement is expected to be reached this Tuesday.
SCJN discusses the reform of the Judiciary LIVE
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🔴#EnVivo Session of the Plenary of the #SCJN November 5, 2024.https://t.co/WXvfOxL4CR
— Supreme Court (@SCJN) November 5, 2024
Protests against the reform of the Judiciary
Workers of the Judiciarycitizens and members of civil society are in the vicinity of the Court to protest against the reform.
Rallies have been organized in Mexico City, Mérida and other cities to express support for the Court and the project of Minister Juan Luis González Alcántara Carrancá.
The three ministers identified as “Obradoristas” – Lenia Batres, Yasmin Esquivel y Loretta Ortiz – for their closeness to the president or members of the 4T they are criticized by the protesters.
Thus the arrival of the minister president of the SCJN, Norma Piña pic.twitter.com/s6QR9GAZY6
— Azucena Uresti (@azucenau) November 5, 2024
Today, the Republic defends itself in the SCJN.#NoALaSupremaciaConstitucional pic.twitter.com/J8QqUktOYW
— Galileos Initiative (@Galileos_) November 5, 2024
They closed the entire plaza, they blocked all the entrances, they only left us Pino Suárez, in front of the SCJN, but it doesn’t matter, here we are pic.twitter.com/a76m9bmGwo
— Max Kaiser (@MaxKaiser75) November 5, 2024
It has just been approved @SCJN the origin for the study of the background of the project. @CJF_Mx @PJFTendedero @jufed_org @amjuzgadoras pic.twitter.com/1nQLZ51jQd
— Lourdes Mendoza (@lumendoz) November 5, 2024
The former presidential candidate of MR-PRI-PRD, Xochitl Galvezarrived at the demonstration against the reform of the Judiciary outside the SCJN.
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🚨#AtMoment The former presidential candidate, Xóchitl Gálvez arrives at the demonstration that takes place this Tuesday in the vicinity of the Supreme Court
📽️ #VIDEO Axel Sánchez from EL UNIVERSAL pic.twitter.com/w3we3pcb9i
— El Universal (@El_Universal_Mx) November 5, 2024
Supreme Court rejects appeal against judicial reform
Finally, the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation dismissed the unconstitutionality actions presented by four political parties and a legislative minority against the judicial reform, Therefore, the aforementioned reform will remain in force in all its terms.
The minister’s position was key in the decision Alberto Pérez Dayánwho broke with the block of eight necessary to have a qualified majority and approve the project presented by Minister Juan Luis González Alcántara Carrancá.
More information: No appeal against judicial reform: Minister Pérez Dayán breaks the qualified majority
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The recent events surrounding the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) in Mexico have drawn significant attention, especially as political parties challenge the constitutional reforms to the Judiciary. The court’s discussions on the legitimacy of these parties to present such appeals have sparked debates among its members.
### Key Points from the Developments:
1. **Challenge from Political Parties**: Three political parties have officially appealed against the Judiciary reform, and their legal representatives have asserted their right to do so, citing their registration with the National Electoral Institute (INE).
2. **Supreme Court’s Legitimacy Ruling**: In a majority decision, the SCJN affirmed that political parties do possess the legitimacy to challenge the reforms made to the Judiciary, despite dissenting opinions from certain ministers who argue against this notion.
3. **Arguments Presented**:
– **Minister Alfredo Gutiérrez Ortiz Mena** expressed that any modifications to the powers of government should not be misconstrued as mere constitutional adjustments; rather, they could represent a significant threat to the constitutional order.
– **Minister Loretta Ortiz Ahlf** opposed the legitimacy of the appeals, stating that political parties lack the standing to challenge constitutional norms.
4. **Recess in Proceedings**: Following lengthy discussions, the Plenary Court declared a recess to assess voting requirements for invalidating constitutional reforms. It is notable that the recent judicial reform has altered the number of votes needed due to changes in the court’s composition.
5. **Public Protests**: Demonstrations have erupted across Mexico, with citizens, judiciary workers, and civil society groups rallying in support of the SCJN and against the proposed reforms. Critics have pointed out the influence of certain ministers who are viewed as aligned with the current administration.
6. **Political Implications**: High-profile figures such as former presidential candidate Xochitl Galvez have participated in these protests, highlighting the political dimensions of the issue.
7. **Next Steps**: The SCJN is expected to resume its discussions regarding the judicial reform, with an agreement anticipated shortly.
These events underline the complex interplay between political parties, judicial authority, and public sentiment in Mexico, marking a pivotal moment for the country’s legal and political landscape.