Mexico's Senate passes judicial reform allowing election of judges despite protester invasion and disruption

The Mexican Senate has passed a judicial reform bill, allowing citizens to elect judges at all levels, making Mexico the world's first country to do so. The bill was pushed by outgoing President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador and was met with mass demonstrations, diplomatic tensions, and investor jitters. Despite concerns, the bill was passed with 86 lawmakers voting in favor and 41 against, with the ruling leftist party, Morena, barely mustering the required two-thirds majority. The reform has sparked debate, with supporters arguing it will make judges more accountable to the people, while critics claim it undermines the country's system of checks and balances. The bill's passage was preceded by protests and strikes, with demonstrators breaking into the Senate building, forcing the session to be suspended. The reform has also raised concerns among Mexico's trading partners, who warn that it could undermine the country's trade pact.