### Judge Charges INE Advisors with Contempt
A judge in Mexico has taken legal action against 11 advisers of the National Electoral Institute (INE), accusing them of contempt for failing to halt a controversial judicial election process. Francisco García Contreras, the second district judge in Colima, has filed a complaint with Mexico’s Attorney General’s Office (FGR) and imposed a fine on the advisors, requiring them to halt the election process within 24 hours.
The advisors in question include the INE chairperson and other council members. The judge accused the electoral body of being reluctant to comply with a judicial suspension, leading to an investigation demand by the judiciary. The law in question, Article 262 of the Amparo Law, could lead to significant legal consequences for non-compliance, including fines and prison sentences.
Despite the judicial suspension order, the Superior Chamber of the Federal Judiciary’s Electoral Tribunal had previously approved the continuation of the election process for judges, scheduled for June 2025, citing constitutional mandates.
INE President Guadalupe Taddei Zavala noted that while respecting judicial rulings, the electoral process had not formally been suspended. She acknowledged numerous judicial suspensions but maintained they were not enforceable in electoral matters, highlighting the INE’s constitutional mandate.
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### Secondary Article: Election Controversy Deepens as Legal Disputes Continue
The situation surrounding Mexico’s upcoming judicial elections has raised significant legal and constitutional discussions. Amidst a heightened legal battle, the president of Mexico has emphasized the importance of clarifying the ultimate authority in electoral matters. Despite multiple suspension orders, the INE insists on compliance with constitutional obligations and awaits resolution from the Superior Chamber of the Electoral Tribunal.
This marks a pivotal moment in Mexican politics, where the delineation of powers and electoral processes faces scrutiny and legal contestation. Legal experts suggest this could set precedents affecting future electoral and judicial proceedings in the country. The ongoing tensions underscore the complexities of balance between judicial authority and electoral mandates, reflecting broader challenges facing Mexico’s democratic institutions.