Introduction to Gilberto Bátiz García and His New Role
Gilberto Bátiz García has assumed the presidency of Mexico’s Tribunal Electoral del Poder Judicial de la Federación (TEPJF) after being the most-voted candidate in the judicial elections held on June 2. His first session as president is scheduled for the upcoming week.
Bátiz García’s Vision for the TEPJF
Bátiz García expressed his commitment to uphold the campaign promises upon assuming the presidency of the TEPJF’s Superior Chamber. He aims to work towards a justice system that provides certainty, stability, and social peace. He emphasized that his goal is to ensure the judiciary resolves conflicts rather than instigate them.
Innovative Approach to Campaigning
Through social media, the newly elected president shared that his journey during the “Nuevo Éxodo por la Democracia” (New Exodus for Democracy), a march from the south to win citizens’ trust in the first judicial contest, brought about change.
He recounted traveling across all 32 states in Mexico for 60 days, promoting his candidacy while advocating for a fresh perspective on justice.
“I engaged in open and frank dialogue that not only informed but also invited and inspired people. I met with students, farmers, professionals, activists, and homemakers. I traversed deserts and mountains, bustling streets and hope-filled plazas,” Bátiz García said.
He realized that “Mexico believes in justice, but in a justice that is close, human, and not the exclusive privilege of a few but a right for all.”
Commitment to Citizens’ Trust
Bátiz García acknowledged the responsibility that comes with the trust placed in him by millions of citizens. He pledged to represent their voices, concerns, and realities diligently.
Succession and Current Magistrate
Gilberto Bátiz García will succeed Mónica Soto Fregoso, who remains a magistrate of the TEPJF’s Superior Chamber.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Gilberto Bátiz García? Gilberto Bátiz García is a newly appointed president of Mexico’s Federal Electoral Tribunal (TEPJF).
- What is his vision for the TEPJF? Bátiz García aims to establish a justice system that provides certainty, stability, and social peace by resolving conflicts rather than causing them.
- How did he campaign for the position? He embarked on a “Nuevo Éxodo por la Democracia” (New Exodus for Democracy), traveling across all 32 states, engaging in open dialogues, and connecting with diverse groups of people.
- What is his commitment to the citizens? Bátiz García acknowledges the trust placed in him by millions and pledges to represent their voices, concerns, and realities diligently.
- Who is the current magistrate he is succeeding? Mónica Soto Fregoso remains a magistrate of the TEPJF’s Superior Chamber.
