Mexico's Low Voter Turnout in Judicial Elections Sparks Concerns

Mexico's 2025 Judicial Elections: Low Turnout and Allegations of Morena Influence Mexico City, June 5, 2025 – The 2025 Mexican judicial elections concluded with a historically low voter turnout of only 12%, raising concerns about the integrity of the process. The low participation, coupled with allegations of influence by the ruling party, Morena, has sparked debate about the future of democratic participation in the country's judicial system. The election process was marked by a lack of visible campaigns and limited media access for many candidates. This created confusion among voters, leading to widespread abstention. According to the report, Morena distributed voting guides that prominently featured their preferred candidates, potentially influencing the outcome. "The participation was minimal," stated the ADN40 reporter, highlighting the stark contrast between the official figures and the actual engagement of the electorate. "Only 12% of those eligible to vote went to the polls." Hugo Aguilar, a lawyer and former federal government official, emerged as the top vote-getter, securing nearly 5 million votes. However, the report suggests that a significant portion of the votes cast were either repeated or null and void, further emphasizing the irregularities of the election. The report also notes that only one of the nine elected judges had no direct ties to Morena. Claudia Sheinbaum, the president, stated that if she had wanted to control the court, she would have done it directly, as Zedillo did. However, the video shows how the election was manipulated through the distribution of voting guides and the lack of transparency. Despite the low turnout and allegations of manipulation, the Mexican judicial system continues to move forward. The outcome of this election will undoubtedly shape the future of the judiciary and the ongoing discussion about democratic participation in Mexico's political landscape.