MEXICO CITY.- This Wednesday, during its usual morning press conference, the president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardosaid that the minister’s proposal Juan Luis González Alcántara Carrancá to partially invalidate the election of judges and magistrates by popular vote goes against the Constitution and criticized those who have decided not to participate in the electoral process of the Judicial Branch in June 2025.
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“Their vote goes against the Constitution, when they are supposedly its protection. “They are going to go down in history and the people are going to say how they behaved in such an important moment of transformation for the country,” said the president.
The Mexican leader thus referred to the proposal presented on Monday by Minister Alcántara Carrancá to reduce the renewal of the Judiciary to the election of ministers and cancel the vote for magistrates and judges, who will vote this Thursday in the plenary session of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN).
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‘The only thing we are doing is complying with the constitution,’ the president @Claudiashein He launched against Minister Luis González Alcántara and called his proposal of ‘unconstitutionality of the judicial reform’… pic.twitter.com/OlEtdLR6hM
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“Let’s see what the Court ministers say (about judicial reform) who may not agree and may make the decision, as the Constitution says, to resign, they have every right. And, furthermore, it is legal and is part of the constitutional reform, but what I am asking you is why you propose it in this framework,” he said.
He pointed out that by attempting to modify the reform of the Judiciary, the ministers violate article 135 of the Constitution.
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He also recalled that there are only eight of the 11 ministers who seek to invalidate the reform, and insisted that they do not have the power to legislate on the Constitution since they can only indicate if there was a “bad procedure.”
“Nowhere is the Judicial Branch a constituent, the constituent is the Legislative Branch. Who is the constituent? Two thirds of the Chamber of Deputies, two thirds of the Chamber of Senators and the majority of local Congresses. In other words, it is not an issue from the perspective of magistrates, judges, lawyers,” he said.
In recent days, the ministers Jorge Mario Pardo Rebolledo y Alfredo Gutiérrez Ortiz Mena They presented their resignation to the SCJN, and it is expected that five other ministers will follow this path, including the president of the court, Norma Piña.
The only ministers who have expressed interest in participating in the electoral process are Lenia Batres, Yazmin Esquivel y Loretta Ortizwho are aligned with the current government.
The judicial reform establishes that ministers who do not run or are not elected will lose the right to a retirement pension, unless they present their resignation before the closing of the call, which will allow them to receive a pension proportional to the time worked, with maximum term until August 31, 2024.
The electoral process that will mark a historic change in the Supreme Court takes place in the midst of debates about judicial independence and transparency in economic benefits for senior officials of the Judiciary.
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**Interview with Political Analyst Dr. Mariana Torres on Mexico’s Judicial Reform**
**Host:** Welcome to our program, Dr. Mariana Torres. Today, we’re discussing the recent developments in Mexico’s judicial reform, particularly the controversy surrounding President Claudia Sheinbaum’s comments on Minister Juan Luis González Alcántara Carrancá’s proposal. Could you give us a brief overview of what’s happening?
**Dr. Torres:** Thank you for having me. The situation is quite complex. President Sheinbaum has criticized Minister Alcántara’s proposal to partially invalidate the popular vote for judges and magistrates, claiming it contradicts the Constitution. Alcántara’s suggestion comes in light of upcoming judicial elections in June 2025 and has sparked significant debate about the legitimacy and future of the judicial system in Mexico.
**Host:** Why is Sheinbaum’s stance significant in this context?
**Dr. Torres:** Sheinbaum, as a leading political figure, is emphasizing the importance of constitutional adherence during what she describes as a transformative moment for Mexico. Her remarks suggest that some members of the judiciary are acting against the will of the people, which is a critical narrative given Mexico’s historical struggles with judicial independence and integrity.
**Host:** What does this conflict reveal about the relationship between the legislative and judicial branches in Mexico?
**Dr. Torres:** This conflict highlights a fundamental tension in Mexico’s political structure. Sheinbaum argues that the legislative branch, representing the people’s will, has the authority to legislate regarding judicial reforms. She contends that judiciary members attempting to invalidate these reforms are overstepping their bounds, indicating a need for clearer delineation of powers in the Constitution.
**Host:** As we approach the plenary session of the Supreme Court on this issue, what implications could this have for the future of the judiciary in Mexico?
**Dr. Torres:** If the Supreme Court sides with Alcántara’s proposal, it could lead to significant setbacks in the ongoing reforms and diminish public faith in the judicial process. Conversely, if they uphold the popular election of judges and magistrates, it could reinforce the democratic principles of accountability and transparency within the judicial system. This is a pivotal moment that could shape the judiciary’s role in Mexico for years to come.
**Host:** Thank you, Dr. Torres, for providing such insightful analysis on this important issue. We will continue to follow the developments closely.
**Dr. Torres:** Thank you for having me. It’s crucial for the public to stay informed and engaged in these discussions.
