The electoral advisor of the national Electoral Institute (INE), Norma Irene de la Cruzexplained the reason why they will cost a lot the elections of the Judicial Branch in 2025.
His explanation took place on Friday December 6 in the middle of a meeting with deputies too discuss the requested quote for the association of the judicial election.
For this reason, the 2025 elections will cost a lot. Judiciary, according to Norma Irene de la cruz
Norma Irene de la Cruz explained in a meeting with deputies that the INE organized the election of 629 positions in the 2024 electoral process, the year in which senators, deputies adn presidency were elected.
This figure, he explained, is much lower than the 881 charges that will be elected in the 2025 elections of the Judicial Branch, which adds to the fact that in this process there will be more candidates.
Regarding the budget requested by the INE, Norma Irene de la cruz commented that the criteria of republican austerity have been taken into account, but despite this, the expenses would be high due to the number of positions voted.
He explained that in the projection of a precautionary budget for future electionsaspects such as:
- Reference prices
- Budget impact due to inflation
- Projected interest rates for 2025
- Review of the labor market and salary
- Service quote
INE clings to a budget of more than 35 billion pesos for the 2025 Judicial Branch elections
Counselor norma Irene de la Cruz explained that the budget requested by the INE for the election of the Judicial Branch 2025 will no longer be 40 billion pesosbut for just over 35 billion pesos.
He explained that the cost decreased since the popular consultation will no longer be held. However, he specified that in the 2024 elections alone, the electoral authorities spent 3 billion pesos on payments to personnel.
norma Irene de la Cruz added that despite that sum of money, salary criticisms were made of that year’s payments, which is why adjustments were made and were as follows for 2025:
- Electoral supervisor: 15 to 17 thousand pesos per month
- falls: 12 thousand pesos per month
Given the insistence on reducing the requested budget, the counselor proposed to reduce expenses in the following areas for the 2025 Judicial Branch elections, but highlighted the fact that the decision to reduce expenses must be discussed and agreed between the INE and legislators:
- Reduce number of boxes
- Reduce number of materials
- Hire fewer staff
- Save at the ballot box
- Invest less in disseminating facts related to the functions of magistrates, judges, among others
It should be noted that, previously Ricardo Monrealleader of the Morena deputies, announced that the budget requested by the INE for 2025 for more than 40 billion pesos would be “technically unsustainable,” which would show the State’s refusal to allocate more funds.
People who registered for the 2025 Judicial Branch elections (KATRIN BOLOVTSOVA / Pexels)
What factors contribute to the increased costs of Mexico’s upcoming Judicial Branch elections in 2025?
Title: Understanding the Financial Implications of Mexico’s Upcoming Judicial Elections
Interviewer (Time.news Editor): Welcome, norma Irene de la Cruz, electoral advisor of the national Electoral Institute (INE). Thank you for joining us today to discuss the financial implications surrounding the 2025 elections for the Judicial Branch.
Norma Irene de la Cruz: Thank you for having me. It’s a pleasure to be here and share insights on this vital topic.
Editor: Let’s dive right in.You mentioned in your recent meeting with deputies that the upcoming elections will cost significantly more than those held in 2024. Can you elaborate on why that is?
De la Cruz: Absolutely. In the 2024 electoral process, which involved crucial positions such as senators, deputies, and the presidency, we organized elections for 629 positions. In contrast, the 2025 Judicial Branch elections will see the election of 881 positions, which is notably higher. This increase naturally raises the associated costs.
Editor: That’s quite a substantial increase. You also indicated that there would be more candidates this time. How does this factor into the overall cost?
De la Cruz: More candidates mean more resources are needed for the election process. This includes everything from heightened campaign activities to the logistical support necessary to ensure fair and transparent elections. Each candidate’s participation incurs costs, which accumulate significantly when the number of positions and candidates rises.
Editor: That makes sense.You mentioned that the INE is mindful of the principles of republican austerity in its budgeting. How does this apply given the rising costs?
De la Cruz: Yes, we have taken republican austerity principles into account. However, even with this framework, the sheer number of positions and the various underlying economic factors make it challenging to keep costs down. Inflation, projected interest rates for 2025, and changes in the labor market all contribute to the financial landscape we must navigate.
Editor: Speaking of budgeting, could you elaborate on the specific aspects that have been considered in your precautionary budget for the elections?
De la Cruz: Certainly! In preparing our budget, we must consider several key factors:
- Reference prices for services and resources,
- The impact of inflation on costs,
- Projected interest rates, which influence financing,
- Changes in the labor market affecting salaries,
- Additionally, we assess service quotes to ensure we’re sourcing competitively.
These elements are vital to constructing a comprehensive and realistic budget.
Editor: It sounds like a complex but necessary approach. Lastly, what message would you like to convey to the public regarding the financial aspects of these elections?
De la Cruz: I want to emphasize that while costs may seem high, they are driven by the need to safeguard the integrity and fairness of the election process. These elections are crucial for the functioning of the Judicial Branch and, ultimately, the rule of law in our country. We remain committed to openness and responsible spending, and we appreciate the public’s understanding as we navigate these financial challenges.
Editor: thank you, Norma, for sharing these insights with us. Your expertise is invaluable as we approach these elections.
De la Cruz: Thank you for having me. It’s critically important to keep the public informed about these processes.
Editor: And to our readers, stay tuned for more updates as we follow the developments leading up to the 2025 Judicial elections.