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Mexico's Sheinbaum Proposes Major Electoral Reform Cuts

2/25/2026

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced an electoral-law reform to cut spending by 25% and shift funds to social programs.
The reform would directly elect lawmakers currently chosen via party lists.
It would reduce the Senate from 128 to 96 seats.
The proposal would limit political party financing.
The bill requires a two-thirds majority in Congress and faces opposition from smaller allied parties and the PRI.

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Story summary

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced an electoral-law reform to cut spending by 25% and shift funds to social programs.
The reform would directly elect lawmakers currently chosen via party lists.
It would reduce the Senate from 128 to 96 seats.
The proposal would limit political party financing.
The bill requires a two-thirds majority in Congress and faces opposition from smaller allied parties and the PRI.