### Primary Article
#### Baja California Governor Violates Principles of Impartiality, Equity, and Neutrality: Electoral Tribunal
The Electoral Tribunal has ruled that Baja California Governor, Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, violated the principles of impartiality, equity, and neutrality during the electoral contest. This decision came after the governor made remarks in two morning press conferences favoring the presidential candidacy of Morena and other party appointments while disparaging opposition forces.
The Federal Electoral Tribunal confirmed a previous ruling from the Specialized Regional Chamber, asserting that the governor’s statements indeed breached these principles. The tribunal highlighted that these assertions were made using public resources, as the conferences were broadcasted on the state government’s official social media and held in a state-owned venue.
Governor Ávila Olmeda and the Director of Social Communication for the state argued against the Specialized Regional Chamber’s ruling, claiming that the press conferences were merely a means of informing the public, promoting transparency, and ensuring accountability. They emphasized that they did not explicitly call for voting and described the events as journalistic exercises.
However, the Superior Chamber of the Electoral Tribunal, led by Magistrate Reyes Rodríguez Mondragón, determined on August 21 that these were not legitimate exercises of governmental transparency or accountability but rather promotional statements intended to benefit the ruling party and its allies.
Magistrate Felipe de la Mata Pizaña supported this view, pointing out that Governor Ávila Olmeda advocated electoral support for the Fourth Transformation and President López Obrador’s Plan C, which aims to secure a qualified majority in Congress. She also endorsed Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo as the future president of Mexico and indicated a preference for a PT candidate over those from PRI or PAN.
Magistrate De la Mata Pizaña emphasized via social media that such declarations do not qualify as transparency exercises since they are unrelated to the governor’s duties. He further noted that the requirement to respect electoral principles applies even when responses are made during press conferences in response to reporters’ questions. He concluded that Governor Ávila Olmeda’s statements were aimed at swaying public electoral preferences toward a specific political force.
### Secondary Article
#### Additional News on Electoral Tribunal Ruling Against Baja California Governor
On August 21, 2024, the Federal Electoral Tribunal reiterated that Governor Ávila Olmeda’s statements were inappropriate, as they crossed the boundaries of neutrality expected from public officials. Further analysis revealed that her comments were geared towards consolidating Morena’s grip on power and diminishing opposition influence.
In a related development, political analysts have voiced concerns over the increasing trend of public officials using their platforms for partisan purposes. The Tribunal’s decision is seen as a crucial step in upholding democratic principles and ensuring fair electoral processes. The ruling underscores the need for public officials to maintain a clear distinction between governance and political campaigning to preserve the integrity of the electoral process.
Legal experts also highlighted the significance of this ruling in setting a precedent for future cases. It serves as a reminder that the misuse of public resources for electoral gain is unacceptable and will be met with stringent judicial scrutiny.
For more updates on this developing story, stay tuned to TJGringo.com.