### Ifigenia Martínez Declares Formal Start of the LXVI Legislature
On September 1st, 2024, Ifigenia Martínez y Hernández, the President of the Chamber of Deputies, formally inaugurated the first ordinary session of the LXVI Legislature. The session took place at the Legislative Palace of San Lázaro, attended by 486 deputies and 126 senators, meeting the quorum needed to convene.
Martínez y Hernández stated, “The Congress of the United Mexican States opens today, September 1st, 2024, the first ordinary session of the first year of the LXVI Legislature.” Following the formal opening, the Minister of the Interior, Luisa María Alcalde Luján, delivered President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s 6th Government Report to Martínez y Hernández. President López Obrador had addressed the public earlier that morning in the Zócalo of Mexico City, referencing his final year in office.
Alcalde Luján spoke on behalf of the president, stating, “I come before this sovereign representation of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador to fulfill the republican obligation and inform you about the state of the federal public administration.” She highlighted the achievements of the administration, including infrastructure developments and economic growth. She also noted that wages have increased without distorting the economy, referencing a reported 1% growth for the end of the term.
During the session, Arturo Ávila, a deputy from Morena, criticized the recent suspensions of discussions on the judicial reform proposed by President López Obrador. The president had earlier advocated for the reform during the Zócalo event, including the popular election of judges, magistrates, and ministers.
Ricardo Monreal Ávila, the coordinator of Morena deputies, had previously announced that the reform would be discussed and potentially voted on this week. Arturo Ávila suggested the possibility of criminal complaints or political trials against judges who issued the suspensions.
Noemí Luna, the coordinator of the PAN Parliamentary Group, asserted the need to respect the suspensions and clarified that most legislators in the LXVI Legislature were unfamiliar with the reform’s process. Similarly, PAN deputy César Damián Retes reaffirmed the party’s opposition to the judicial reform, citing concerns about its impact on justice administration and the judicial career.
Pablo Vázquez Ahued from Movimiento Ciudadano stated that his party would work against the militarization of the country, including the transfer of the National Guard to the Ministry of National Defense, and for the improvement of local police working conditions, regulated use of medicinal marijuana, and the elimination of preventive detention.
Ifigenia Martínez y Hernández is set to hand over the presidential sash to the president-elect, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, on October 1st, marking the official transition of executive power while Morena remains the ruling party.
### Additional Insights: Presidencies and Policies
In recent news, significant political and social updates are shaping the current landscape:
**Obras Sexenales, Judicial Reform, and Fentanyl Eradication: AMLO’s Last Report**
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador presented his final government report in a comprehensive address, highlighting major accomplishments such as infrastructure projects and public welfare improvements. Emphasizing progress in combatting fentanyl trafficking, the president outlined ongoing efforts to curb the opioid crisis impacting both Mexico and international communities.
**Political Developments: Suspensions and Judicial Reforms**
The discussion of judicial reform continues to evolve. On August 29, 2024, during the constitutive session of the LXVI Legislature, Ricardo Monreal Ávila predicted the forthcoming debate and potential voting on the judicial reform this week. The political climate remains charged as various factions within the legislative body voice their positions on this and other key reforms proposed by the current administration.
**Regional Updates from Baja California**
Recent months have seen increased federal funding to Baja California, reflecting a stronger fiscal relationship between regional authorities and the federal government. This financial support is intended to bolster local infrastructure, public services, and economic development, signaling a positive trajectory for the state amid broader national policy changes.
These ongoing developments highlight both the achievements and challenges faced by the Mexican government as the country navigates a period of significant political change and policy implementation.