Expectations were high for the leftist Morena party, and it exceeded them, potentially giving President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum and her allies the power to enact systemic change.
Tag: Law and Legislation
E.U. Elections Could Leave Hard Right Stumbling Over Its Own Decisions
Elections starting this week for the European Parliament could leave far-right parties with more power than ever, but also expose the fissures among them.
Spain Approves Amnesty Law on 2017 Catalan Independence Referendum
The measure has divided Spain in recent months, and opponents vowed to keep trying to block it.
Divisions Set to Deepen in Georgia After Foreign Influence Law Passes
Many Georgians see restrictions on organizations that receive international funding as a sign their country is moving away from the West and toward a Russia they abhor.
Georgia’s Ruling Party Secures a Contentious Law on Foreign Influence
The Parliament, controlled by the Georgian Dream party, overrode a presidential veto of a bill critics say could undermine the country’s efforts to join the European Union.
Why Lawmakers Are Brawling and People Are Protesting in Taiwan
Supporters of President Lai Ching-te are protesting legislative amendments introduced by the opposition that would limit his authority.
Peru’s New Rule on Transgender Health Care Draws Backlash
Government officials say the regulation was intended to expand mental health care access for transgender people. Activists say it will increase discrimination.
As Slovakia’s Prime Minister Recovers, Its Politics Remain Divisive
Calls for unity after the shooting of Robert Fico last week have been largely ignored by the country’s politicians. Much of the tension has centered on a media law pushed by the government.
Why the ICC Prosecutor Went Public With Arrest Warrants for Hamas and Israeli Leaders
What to know about Karim Khan’s decision to seek arrest warrants for three Hamas leaders as well as Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, and defense minister, Yoav Gallant.
Georgia’s President Vetoes Foreign Influence Law
The law has triggered protests and threatens to derail the nation’s pro-European aspirations in favor of closer ties with Russia.