In an unexpected move, eight justices of Mexico’s Supreme Court (SCJN) have resigned, protesting the controversial judicial reform promoted by AMLO’s administration and now by Claudia Sheinbaum.
The eight justices — including president Norma Pina — declined to stand for election in June 2025.
This reform, which seeks to elect judges through a popular vote, has raised significant opposition in the legal community as a direct threat to judicial independence. The resigning justices stated they will not «submit to an election» they view as manipulated and designed to weaken their autonomy, though they remain temporarily in office while questioning the reform’s constitutionality.
The Court’s president has responded by accusing the justices of protecting their retirement benefits, which the reform would reduce. With just a month into her term, she faces the challenge of implementing a restructuring reform amid protests and internal divisions.
Social media reactions have surged; activists, lawyers, and citizens voice concerns over losing an independent judiciary in Mexico. This appears to be a domino effect for the country. They asked the newly elected president to reverse the reform and respect the judiciary.
Joana Campos es abogada y editora con más de 10 años de experiencia en la gestión de proyectos de desarrollo internacional, enfocada en la sostenibilidad y el impacto social positivo. Actualmente dirige JC Editorial, donde ha coordinado la edición y distribución de libros de reconocidos autores internacionales y la logística de numerosas giras nacionales. Anteriormente, trabajó como abogada corporativa, especializándose en derecho penal y corporativo. Joana es licenciada en Derecho por la Universidad de Guadalajara.
Joana Campos is a lawyer and editor with over 10 years of experience in managing international development projects, focusing on sustainability and positive social impact. She currently leads JC Editorial, where she has coordinated the editing and distribution of books by renowned international authors and managed the logistics of numerous national tours. Previously, she worked as a corporate lawyer, specializing in criminal and corporate law. Joana holds a law degree from the University of Guadalajara.