Archive · 18 Jun 2025

Ex-El Chapo Lawyer Wins Judge Position in Mexico's Judicial Elections

Ex-El Chapo Lawyer Wins Judge Position in Mexico's Judicial Elections

In Mexico, a lawyer who used to work for the famous drug lord El Chapo has been elected as a judge.

This has caused some controversy because some people worry about her connections to the criminal world.

The election was part of a big change to the legal system.

Some groups are concerned that this could make it harder to follow the rules and protect democracy.

They are asking for a legal challenge to stop her from taking the job, claiming she doesn't meet the requirements.

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