President Claudia Sheinbaum has firmly defended the proposed electoral reform in Mexico, asserting that it does not represent a setback for democracy, nor will it adversely affect the investment climate in the country. In a morning press conference, she labeled claims that the reform seeks to return to a one-party state as "absolutely false." Sheinbaum's comments come amid opposition from allies of the government, emphasizing the need for the reform to avoid stagnation in political representation.

Sheinbaum criticized detractors of the reform, suggesting that those opposed to it are more interested in preserving their political power rather than functioning as genuine representatives of the society. She indicated that the failure to pass the reform would reflect party interests prioritizing their survival over broader societal representation, and she challenged the notion that the initiative lacks viability. This highlights a larger political tension within the government and its allies, particularly as they approach upcoming elections.

Moreover, Sheinbaum clarified that it is not her decision whether Morena, the ruling party, enters alliances with the Labour Party (PT) or the Green Party (PVEM) for the 2027 mid-term elections, indicating a nuanced political landscape where intra-party dynamics will play a crucial role. She further captured the contradictions in the criticisms faced by her administration—from accusations of authoritarianism to democratic indecisiveness—underscoring the complexity of the political discourse surrounding electoral reforms in Mexico.