Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum called her country's judicial election 'extraordinary,' despite turnout of less than 13%. Mexico becomes the first country on Earth to elect all its judges, from state level to the Supreme Court.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has defended a judicial election meant to transform the country’s court system.

Claudia Sheinbaum rejects claims the election weakens democratic checks and exposes judges to greater criminal influence.