Foreign business chambers have expressed apprehension over Mexico's proposed judicial overhaul, which includes making judges stand for election. President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum has sought to allay fears by framing the changes as a pro-democracy measure. However, outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has confirmed that the reforms are specifically targeted at foreign firms.
The constitutional changes aim to replace 7,000 judges nationwide, a move critics argue could compromise the independence of the judiciary. Concerns have been raised about the potential influence of constituents or the ruling party on judges' decisions, rather than upholding the law. Questions have also been raised about the feasibility of conducting large-scale elections without interference from criminal elements.
