Ricardo Monreal, the leader of the Morena party in Mexico's Chamber of Deputies, has publicly rejected the notion of a rift with the Verde Ecologista de México (PVEM) and Partido del Trabajo (PT) over disagreements about electoral reform. In an interview, Monreal emphasized that the makeup of the legislature, which consists of 300 directly elected members and 200 plurinominal representatives, will remain intact at San Lázaro, the seat of the legislature. This assurance comes during a critical time when discussions about the electoral reform initiative are intensifying.

Monreal warned that the coming ten days would be crucial for the presentation of the presidential initiative, as the deadline is set for February. He stressed that there will be no further time for discussions beyond this point, as the legislative calendar is tight. He highlighted the urgency of receiving a concrete initiative from one of the two legislative chambers before February to allow for a thorough discussion, as he wishes for a more detailed consideration of the proposed reforms.

The political landscape in Mexico is particularly sensitive as various parties navigate their positions regarding electoral reforms. Monreal's comments suggest a strategic effort to maintain unity within his coalition while also responding to external pressures and timelines. As the February deadline approaches, the focus will likely shift to how these parties collaborate to either push for or amend the proposed reforms, which have significant implications for the future of Mexico’s electoral processes and governance.