National Survey on Electoral Reform
Mexico City’s Mayor and President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a national survey to gauge public opinion on key topics for the upcoming electoral reform. The proposed changes include reducing funds to political parties, eliminating proportional representation, and addressing the future of the National Electoral Institute (INE).
“Citizens dislike excessive resources allocated to political parties and elections. These large sums are unnecessary for democratic elections,” Sheinbaum stated, also expressing dissatisfaction with the current high number of plurinominal seats.
Sheinbaum emphasized that these changes should not be decided solely by experts or political parties but rather by the citizenry. She plans to hire reputable survey firms to conduct the poll and gather direct opinions from the population.
Key Points of Proposed Reforms
- Reduce financial resources for political parties
- Eliminate proportional representation (plurinominal seats)
- Redefine the role and autonomy of the National Electoral Institute (INE)
Confirmation of Omar Reyes Colmenares as UIF Chief
Sheinbaum also announced Omar Reyes Colmenares as the new head of the Mexican Financial Intelligence Unit (UIF), replacing Pablo Gómez.
Reyes Colmenares, described as “very intelligent” and experienced in intelligence and penitentiary management, will take on this role. His background includes significant positions in the public safety sector of Mexico City.
Reyes Colmenares’ Professional Background
- Director of the General Investigation Police (PDI) in the Fiscal General de Justicia (FGJ) in 2020
- Subsecretary of the Penitentiary System under Omar García Harfuch in 2022
- Collaborated with Arturo Morell, Director of the Social Reinsertion Institute during his tenure
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the purpose of the national survey? The survey aims to gather public opinion on key topics for the upcoming electoral reform, including reducing funds to political parties, eliminating proportional representation, and addressing the future of the National Electoral Institute (INE).
- Who will lead the electoral reform efforts? Pablo Gómez, known for his experience as a legislator and participation in various political reforms, will spearhead the process. He will develop an initial proposal for discussion before a final version is prepared for potential presentation as a constitutional reform.
- Who is Omar Reyes Colmenares and what is his new role? Omar Reyes Colmenares is a seasoned professional in public safety and penitentiary management. He will now serve as the head of the Mexican Financial Intelligence Unit (UIF), succeeding Pablo Gómez.
