### Federal Judicial Workers Storm Baja California Congress
On September 11, 2024, a large group of Federal Judiciary workers stormed into the Baja California Congress to protest a recently approved constitutional reform by the Senate on September 10. The reform aims to change the selection process for judges, magistrates, and ministers to be done through popular vote.
The demonstrators began gathering around 1 PM, starting at the Oriente Border Crossing, where they blocked people traveling to the United States. Upon arriving at the Legislative building, they were denied entry, encountering personnel from the State Citizen Security Force (FESC) equipped with protective gear and shields.
Tensions escalated when one judicial worker broke a side door, leading to a full-scale confrontation. Protesters reported that one of the state agents struck a worker, resulting in a severe facial injury that required hospitalization.
The numerical advantage of the protestors, coupled with the inaction of several legislators who continued their Joint Coordination Board (JUCOPO) meeting despite knowing about the situation, further fueled the clash. Both sides accused the other of initiating the violence, but injuries were reported on both sides, with a Federal Judiciary worker having the most severe injuries.
During the melee, trash cans and ladders were thrown as the protestors eventually overpowered the police and stormed into the Benito Juárez GarcÃa session hall. Their chants echoed through the chambers, forcing the agents to retreat.
Amidst the chaos, the protesters demanded that legislators address their grievances. So far, only opposition deputies have come down to converse. After several minutes of uncertainty, administrator Victor Hugo Navarro arrived at the floor, suggesting the formation of a committee to negotiate with the deputies.
### Additional Information on Related Protests:
In a related development, **on the same day**, Clashes in Mexico City erupt during a parallel protest by judicial workers.
In Mexico City, similar scenes unfolded as judicial workers and supporters protested against the same judiciary reform. Demonstrators clashed with police near the Senate building, creating a tense standoff. Protesters declared that the move to elect judges by popular vote jeopardizes the independence of the judiciary.
Despite several attempts for peaceful dialogue, the standoff escalated when police used tear gas to disperse the crowd. Numerous injuries were reported, and several protestors were detained. Among the protestors’ main concerns is the erosion of judicial autonomy and potential politicization of the judiciary through the proposed reform.
Authorities emphasized that measures are being taken to maintain public order, but protestors vowed to continue until their demands are addressed. The judicial workers argue that the reform undermines the principles of judicial independence, essential for a fair legal system.
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