Mexico's Low Judicial Vote Turnout Sparks Controversy | JQJO

Mexico's unprecedented judicial elections saw a record-low 13% voter turnout. President Claudia Sheinbaum declared the election a success, despite criticism from the opposition who called it a failure and a fraud. The election, a result of Morena party reforms aimed at reducing judicial corruption, involved 2,600 posts. Critics argued the low turnout, partly due to a boycott call and the complexity of the election, undermined the legitimacy of the process and raised concerns about potential influence from political parties and organized crime. The opposition highlighted irregularities, including pre-marked ballots and lack of voter awareness. While no minimum turnout is legally required, the low participation raises questions about the effectiveness of the reforms and the fairness of the results. The final results are expected within two weeks.