Lenia Batres Guadarrama took on her role as the acting president of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) during a session, due to Hugo Aguilar Ortiz's official absence. Her assumption of this provisional role aligns with Article 19 of the Organic Law of the Judicial Power of the Federation, which allows for such appointments when the president is unavailable. Batres, who is set to officially assume the presidency on September 1, 2027, led the session that began at 10:31 am with several other ministers joining later.

During the session, Batres welcomed students from the Universidad Popular Autónoma de Veracruz, reflecting a commitment to engage with the academic community. The inclusion of students in judicial proceedings symbolizes an effort to promote transparency and education regarding the judicial process in Mexico. The session proceeded amid a notable absence of key ministers, emphasizing the challenges the court faces in maintaining operational continuity amid personnel changes.

This development highlights the evolving leadership dynamics within Mexico's highest court as the judiciary navigates its responsibilities in the face of political pressures and institutional challenges. Batres's temporary leadership role may set the stage for future interactions among the court’s members and influence the court’s operations leading to the finalization of Aguilar's term in 2027, especially in the context of significant legal matters awaiting resolution.