Judicial Power
Gloria Ana Chevesich elected as first female president of Supreme Court
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Minister Gloria Ana Chevesich was unanimously elected as the first woman to preside over Chile's Supreme Court for the 2026-2027 term, honoring the seniority tradition. She will assume office on January 6 amid scrutiny of the Judicial Power. Chevesich stressed that gender was not a deciding factor.
The Senate chamber unanimously approved, with 31 votes in favor, the constitutional reform creating the Judicial Appointments Council and modifying judicial governance. The bill, pushed by the government in October 2024 after the Audio case scandal, aims to introduce radical changes in judge selection and judicial administration. Senators from various parties backed the initiative, though they requested indications for its refinement.