Mexico's Supreme Court Shake-Up: Justices Resign Amid Controversial Reforms 🚨

In a move that's shaking up Mexico's legal landscape, Supreme Court Justice Alfredo Gutierrez announced he'll step down at the end of August 2025. 📅 But he's not alone—rumor has it that up to eight of the eleven justices might be handing in their resignations this week! 😱

This all comes after a hotly debated judicial reform that's turning the legal world upside down. The big change? Judges will now be elected by popular vote! 🗳️ While some see this as a step towards democracy, others are waving red flags about the independence of the judiciary. ⚖️

Justice Gutierrez made it clear in his resignation letter: \"This resignation does not imply an acceptance of the reform's constitutionality.\" Translation? He's not on board with the changes. 💔

The reform, originally proposed by former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and passed by Congress last month, is set to overhaul how over 6,500 judges, magistrates, and ministers are selected—including those on the Supreme Court. Talk about a plot twist! 🎬

Current President Claudia Sheinbaum now has the task of rolling out this massive change. And while the ruling party, Morena, is all in, tensions are rising—not just at home but with our neighbors too. The U.S. and Canada aren't thrilled about these shifts and have voiced their concerns. 🌎

Political analyst Gustavo Flores-Macías sees Gutierrez's resignation as a bold statement. \"He's highlighting the importance of the judiciary remaining beyond the political tides of the moment,\" he says. 💡

Meanwhile, former President López Obrador isn't holding back, slamming the U.S. and Canadian ambassadors for their critiques. But don't worry, according to U.S. Ambassador Ken Salazar, relations are still on track. 🤝

So, what's next? Will the Supreme Court see a mass exodus of justices? How will these reforms shape Mexico's future? One thing's for sure—it's a cliffhanger we'll all be watching! Stay tuned! 📺