Mexico’s ruling party expands its power in massive judicial election

Morena, Mexico’s ruling party has reportedly secured control of the country’s highest court by recommending all nine new judges to its members, sparking concerns about a potential loss of judicial independence. Critics fear this could lead to an overreach of power while supporters highlight President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s emphasis on political and judicial reforms. With low voter turnout, Morena appears disconnected from broader society, complicating efforts to address long-standing issues of corruption within the judiciary. Experts remain divided on whether this shift will usher in meaningful change or deepen existing power dynamics.