Resignation and Reform Details
Eight of 's 11 Supreme Court justices, including Chief Justice , resigned in response to a judicial overhaul that mandates judges be elected by popular vote, a first in modern democracies.
The reforms, supported by President and influenced by former president , aim to reduce corruption but are criticized for potentially undermining judicial independence.
Political and Legal Ramifications
The resignations signal heightened tensions between the judiciary and the ruling party, with concerns over a possible constitutional crisis as the contemplates invalidating parts of the reform.
Critics, including some justices, argue the reforms could make judges susceptible to political pressure and influence from drug cartels, raising fears over the integrity of the judicial system.