President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico has confirmed significant changes to the electoral process as part of her proposed electoral reform. The most notable change is the elimination of the Preliminary Electoral Results Program (PREP), which has been used traditionally to report election results. During her morning briefing, Sheinbaum explained that the new initiative aims to begin district counting right on the evening of the elections, thereby providing much quicker results across most districts by the following day. This approach is intended to enhance the transparency and efficiency of the electoral process.

In her explanation, Sheinbaum emphasized the significance of conducting the vote counting at the District Board instead of relying on PREP. This would mean that the votes would not be awaiting the start of district counting, and procedural requests can be addressed as they arise during the counting process. The reform proposes to improve the overall timeliness and reliability of electoral results and reduce dependency on previous systems that have faced criticism.

The implications of this electoral reform are substantial as they seek to redefine how elections are managed in Mexico. With Sheinbaum's push for these changes, there is a focus on ensuring that the election results are not only prompt but also convey a higher level of confidence among the electorate. Critics and supporters alike will be closely watching the rollout of this reform, which reflects broader changes in Mexico's political landscape.