**Unprecedented Threats to Constitutional Democracy: Piña Speaks Out; Supreme Court Ministers Take Final Photo**
Norma Lucía Piña Hernández, the president of the Supreme Court of Justice in Mexico, acknowledged the dedication and commitment of the Federal Judiciary staff amidst what she referred to as “unprecedented threats” against the institution and its members. This statement came during the Service Recognition Ceremony for the Federal Judiciary staff on November 4, 2024.
In her speech, Piña emphasized that despite the adversities faced by the judiciary, the employees have upheld their integrity and dignity. The ceremony included recognition of two prominent Supreme Court ministers: Jorge Mario Pardo Rebolledo, celebrating 40 years of service, and Luis María Aguilar Morales, nearing retirement after serving for 50 years.
Piña urged the judiciary workers not to be intimidated by false accusations and threats. She called for them to redouble their efforts in delivering justice throughout Mexico and hailed them as the most prepared and excellent public servants in the nation. She stressed that their work ensures every citizen can find a listening and protective institution in the judiciary.
In light of the current challenges, Piña reminded employees of their duty to provide impartial justice. She encouraged them to love their country and continue the fight for everyone’s human right to prompt and fair justice.
The same day, a photograph was taken involving eight of the eleven ministers of the Supreme Court with their secretaries of study and account, as many have announced resignations effective August 31, 2025. This ceremonial photo, lacking ministers Lenia Batres Guadarrama, Yasmín Esquivel Mossa, and Loretta Ortiz Ahlf, rounds off their service ahead of the judicial election scheduled for June 2025.
The Upper Chamber of the Electoral Tribunal of the Mexican Judiciary also made headlines on November 4, deciding by a 3-2 vote that it would not provide an opinion on the constitutional aspects of a proposed judicial reform. Minister Juan Luis González Alcántara Carrancá introduced a project challenging the constitutionality of this reform, which opposition parties claim breaches various constitutional articles. Despite this, the Tribunal chose not to weigh in on matters it considered beyond its remit.
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**Secondary Article: Mexico’s Supreme Court Faces Challenges Amidst Judicial Reform Controversy**
As Mexico navigates potential judicial reforms, the Supreme Court finds itself at the center of pivotal legal and political debates. The call for a comprehensive review of the constitutionality of proposed changes has sparked conversations nationwide about judicial independence and the balance of powers in a democratic society.
Critics of the reform argue it threatens the autonomy of the judicial branch and could undermine the foundational principles of the Mexican Constitution. Proponents, however, claim that revised measures are necessary to modernize the legal framework and improve judicial efficiency.
International observers are closely monitoring the situation, citing concerns about increasing pressures on independent judicial bodies worldwide. The outcome of these debates will have significant implications for the rule of law and democratic governance in Mexico. As these events unfold, stakeholders within and outside the country emphasize the importance of adhering to democratic processes and protecting judicial independence.
These developments add a layer of complexity to Mexico’s legal landscape, reinforcing the critical role of the judiciary in safeguarding constitutional democracy.