Mexico's Judicial Vote: A 'Kafkaesque Experiment'?

Mexico's Judicial Elections: A 'Kafkaesque Experiment'? The Financial Times reports on concerns regarding the integrity and independence of the judicial branch in Mexico. The recent elections have sparked controversy, with accusations of influence from the ruling Morena party and fears that the process undermines the independence of the judiciary. Legal experts warn of the potential for increased organized crime. "Mexicans are preparing to elect the country's judges by popular vote, in a unique experiment that legal groups warn threatens judicial independence," states the Financial Times article. The report also notes that at least ten of the 38 candidates for a powerful disciplinary tribunal have ties to the ruling party, and that party loyalists have engaged in activities to influence voters. The video raises serious questions about the future of Mexico's justice system and its resilience against political interference and organized crime.