**Opposition and Government Must Collaborate for Selection of Judges and Magistrates, Says Fedabo**
The president of the Federation of Lawyers of Baja California (Fedabo), Hassan Franco Ruíz, has emphasized the need for both opposition and government factions to work together in appointing judges and magistrates to the Federal Judicial Power (PJF) and state levels. According to Franco Ruíz, now is the time to move past past disagreements and focus on ensuring high-quality judges, a promise outlined in recent judicial reforms.
The Evaluation Committee proposed by the Legislative Power has been tasked with announcing and reviewing the qualifications of those interested in participating in the public election process for roles including judges, magistrates, and ministers. Most committee members appear aligned with the decisions being made in the Union Congress, centered in Mexico City. Fedabo, along with the Colegio de Fiscalistas de Baja California, plans to nominate candidates for these selection committees.
Franco Ruíz has praised the return to work of the PJF following a strike that was resolved on October 28. This move allows citizens the right to file complaints, which previously were only hearing medical and criminal matters, leaving others unresolved. Responses to filed complaints, particularly amparos, have suffered delays. Nonetheless, Franco Ruíz is optimistic about recuperating the backlog, which has doubled in resolution time from 3 to 8 working days.
**Secondary Article: Updates on the Federal Judicial Power Selection Process**
In related developments, the National Electoral Institute (INE) is preparing the framework for these judicial elections, even as budget allocations remain undecided. This situation raises concerns about the financial feasibility and timing of the elections.
Moreover, ongoing discussions and efforts to harmonize the Baja California Judicial Power (PJBC) with the national reforms are making progress, with Fedabo predicting minimal variations in implementation. Recent worker protests have posed challenges to the city’s mobility, as the PJF staff staged roadblocks to voice their demands for fair working conditions.
On another note, local government initiatives continue to unfold positively. The municipality’s mayor highlighted the success of the Violeta Cards, a state-led support program for family heads, during the distribution of 700 new cards. Such programs signify the ongoing efforts to address socio-economic challenges at the grassroots level.
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