Illegal Voting Guides Rock Mexico's Judicial Elections

Mexico's Judicial Power Elections Tainted by Illegal Voting Guides: Azteca Noticias Investigation Mexico City – In a pre-election surprise, Azteca Noticias uncovered the distribution of illegal accordion-style voting guides just days before the crucial elections for Mexico's Judicial Power. These guides, designed to assist voters in selecting candidates, were deemed illegal by the National Electoral Institute (INE) due to their potential to sway public opinion and favor specific candidates. "These actions are anti-democratic and undermine the integrity of the electoral process," stated Jaime Rivera, INE Councilor, in an interview featured in the Azteca Noticias report. The video shows the accordion-style guides containing candidate numbers, clearly designed for easy identification and voting. The INE's ban came after numerous complaints about the guides' distribution. The investigation is ongoing, focusing on identifying those responsible for their creation and distribution, and whether public funds were misused. The video also highlights the complexity of the ballot with hundreds of candidates, some with criminal records, further complicating the process. The Azteca Noticias report underscores the importance of fair and transparent elections. The investigation into the illegal voting guides serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges to maintaining the integrity of the democratic process in Mexico.