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Yussel Gonzalez

Mexico's Lower Chamber Passes Controversial Judicial Reforms

Mexico's lower chamber of Congress had to meet in a sports complex after protesters blocked access to parliament (Credit: AFP)

Mexico's lower chamber approved a controversial judicial reform plan early Wednesday after a marathon session held in a sports center as protesters blocked access to Congress.

The most contentious of the changes proposed by outgoing President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador would have judges selected by popular vote, prompting outcry from Mexico's opposition while alarming the United States and international investors.

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