Juan José Serrano, the ex-Controller of Mexico City, has declared his intention to head the Superior Audit Office of the Federation (ASF) during the period from 2026 to 2034. He has officially entered the selection process, which will soon be initiated by the Chamber of Deputies. With nearly 30 years of experience in law and oversight areas, Serrano previously served as the Secretary of the General Comptroller of Mexico City under Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum. His long record in government oversight positions him as a credible candidate to bring change to the ASF.

Serrano emphasizes the need for the ASF to operate with autonomy, technical rigor, and measurable outcomes. His vision includes ensuring that the budget effectively reaches the citizens and that audit findings lead to actionable results rather than remaining ignored. He specifically advocates for the importance of recovering assets in the fight against corruption, promoting transparency, and enhancing the efficiency of governmental operations. His expertise could play a vital role in reshaping the agency’s impact and operations.

Moreover, Serrano points out the existing challenges faced by the ASF, including backlog issues and processes that do not always result in effective sanctions, alongside a lack of accessible reporting for citizens. To address these shortcomings, he proposes the strengthening of forensic auditing and modernization of auditing processes to enhance the agency’s overall efficacy and accountability to the public. His candidacy is significant in light of ongoing discussions about governmental integrity and transparency in the country.