Mexican Senate gives final approval for judicial reform

Senator Gerardo Fernandez Norona celebrates with senators, after members of Mexico's Senate passed the highly contested proposal on judicial reform presented by the government of President Andres Lopez Obrador, previously approved by the Chamber of Deputies and backed by senators at the commission stage, in Mexico City, Mexico, September 11, 2024. REUTERS/Henry Romero

Mexico's Senate gave final approval on Wednesday to a sweeping reform that will reshape the country's judiciary system by electing judges by popular vote, cementing a victory for outgoing President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador who has championed the controversial proposal.

Critics fear the reform could threaten the rule of law and damage Mexico's economy by hurting investment and undermining the North American trade pact.

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By Reuters