Claudia Sheinbaum
Senate commissions advance Sheinbaum's 'Plan B' electoral reform
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Mexico's Senate commissions on Constitutional Points and Legislative Studies approved President Claudia Sheinbaum's 'Plan B' electoral reform bill on March 24, following its presentation a week earlier. The measure passed with 24 votes in favor and 11 against after over five hours of debate and now heads to the full Senate, despite PT opposition to the 2027 revocation referendum date.
President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that Mexico upholds full freedom of expression and no one is subdued for their opinions, at a rally in Santo Domingo Tehuantepec, Oaxaca. She downplayed criticisms of her government amid talks on the plan B electoral reform and recall referendum. Accompanied by Governor Salomón Jara, she praised Mexican democracy and former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador.
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President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that the mandate revocation referendum is not mandatory and can be decided until January 2027, per the Constitution. She explained that her Plan B electoral reform aims to flex the timing to the third or fourth year of government and allow the executive to speak publicly about the process.
Claudia Vásquez Aquino, a Zapotec artisan from Oaxaca, created the floral embroideries on the ivory dress worn by Claudia Sheinbaum during her inauguration as president on October 1, 2024. She collaborated with designer Olivia Trujillo to craft unique details with flowers in various colors and sizes. The project highlights the empowerment of indigenous artisans in Mexico.
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Morena deputy Ricardo Monreal stated that the conditions are not met for former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador to return to public life. Following the presentation of his book, López Obrador mentioned three extreme scenarios that would prompt his return, but Monreal dismissed them entirely. He also expressed support for President Claudia Sheinbaum and announced his participation in a march in her favor.