Mexican Judicial Workers Strike Over Proposed Reforms
Unions criticize the move to elect judges, fearing it threatens judicial independence and merit-based promotions.
- The indefinite strike began as lawmakers prepare to vote on judicial reforms next month.
- Proposed changes include the popular election of judges, a key priority for President Lopez Obrador.
- Unions argue the reforms endanger the judiciary's role as a counterbalance to the ruling party.
- Investors are concerned about potential politicization and instability in legal rulings.
- Lopez Obrador defends the reforms, accusing current judges of corruption and bias.