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the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF).This confrontation highlights the tensions surrounding the sweeping judicial reforms initiated
Key aspects of the reform include:1
Popular election of over 6,500 judges and magistrates2
Reduction of Supreme Court justices from 11 to 93
Shortening of Supreme Court justice terms to 12 years4
Lowering the minimum age requirement for justices5
Reducing the required professional experience for judicial positionsPresident Sheinbaum has defended the reform, arguing that it aims to
judicial overreach in Mexico
(Photo Internet reproduction)She asserts that the current system is plagued by nepotism and corruption, citing a recent report claiming that
nearly half of the judges have family members working in the judicial system.Judicial Reforms in MexicoThe judicial branch, particularly
are taking this action because she overstepped her bounds with the Federal Judiciary Council
This conflict mirrors recent judicial-executive tensions in Brazil, where critics have accused the judiciary of overstepping its bounds in
legislature and cannot be overturned by a lower court judge.The reform has faced significant opposition from the judicial sector, with
strikes and protests lasting for months
Critics fear that the changes could politicize the judiciary and undermine its independence.However, supporters of the reform, including
Sheinbaum, argue that it will bring much-needed accountability and representation to the legal system.As Mexico navigates this complex
transition, the international community watches closely
The United States and Canada have expressed concerns about the potential impact on the trilateral trade agreement and foreign
investment.Additionally, financial markets have shown volatility in response to the ongoing uncertainty