Mexico's Judicial Reform Stirs International Tensions and Market Concerns

Proposed changes to elect judges by popular vote face backlash over potential threats to judicial independence and economic stability.

President Lopez Obrador's plan aims to elect judges and magistrates by popular vote, reducing Supreme Court size and term limits.
Critics argue the reforms will politicize the judiciary and compromise the separation of powers.
A Mexican judge has temporarily blocked Congress from debating the reforms, citing concerns over judicial workers' rights.
The U.S. and Canadian ambassadors have expressed concerns over the reforms' impact on trade and investor confidence.
Financial markets have reacted negatively, with the Mexican peso dropping significantly since the proposal's announcement.