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Behind Mexico’s controversial judicial overhaul

Behind Mexico’s controversial judicial overhaul

Update: 2024-09-171
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Mexico is shaking up its judicial system by moving from appointed judges to ones chosen through elections. Supporters say this will clean up corruption and make judges more accountable to the public. But critics worry that electing judges could lead to political influence and weaken their independence. What’s at stake for Mexicans? 

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Behind Mexico’s controversial judicial overhaul

Behind Mexico’s controversial judicial overhaul

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