The Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (SCJN) in Mexico has ruled to dismiss an amparo appeal from Elba Esther Gordillo, the former leader of the teachers' union, who aimed to avoid a tax payment of 19.2 million pesos owed to the Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT). This debt pertains to income tax for the fiscal years of 2008 and 2009, which the SAT has actively sought to collect from Gordillo. The ruling took place during a public session held at the SCJN, indicating the court's firm stance on tax obligations and compliance.

During the session, the Court did not engage in discussions regarding the case, as the justices collectively decided not to delve into the substantive issues of Gordillo's amparo. This case was part of a larger package where 17 other similar appeals were dismissed without substantial review. Gordillo first challenged the tax debt through the Federal Court of Administrative Justice (TFJA) before proceeding with the amparo, highlighting her ongoing legal battles against taxation and her efforts to contest the authorities’ demands.

This dismissal underscores the judiciary's commitment to upholding tax laws and enforcing compliance, particularly against public figures like Gordillo who have significant financial obligations to the state. The implications of this ruling may resonate beyond Gordillo herself, potentially impacting how other high-profile individuals address similar tax disputes in Mexico, reinforcing the notion that tax evasion cannot be easily contested and must be addressed through legal channels unequivocally.