Jorge Romero, the president of Mexico's National Action Party (PAN), has expressed strong opposition to the proposed electoral reform known as 'Plan B,' which he argues will permit President Claudia Sheinbaum to campaign in favor of her own re-election amid the revocation consultation. He stated that this move undermines the electoral integrity and represents a misuse of authority. Romero further warned that allowing the sitting president to promote her own candidacy while restricting political parties from engaging in the electoral process is fundamentally unfair.

In a press conference held at the Senate, Romero highlighted the steep decline in Sheinbaum's approval ratings, which have plummeted by 17 points since August. He emphasized that as the country approaches the revocation consultation, the electoral numbers are likely to indicate a significant shift that could affect Sheinbaum's political future. The PAN leader characterized this situation as a miscalculation by the current government, suggesting that Sheinbaum's ambition to remain on the ballot in 2027 will be challenged by the voters’ sentiment.

The proposed initiative under discussion allows for the revocation consultation to take place in the third or fourth year of the presidential term and suggests that the president can advocate for votes to remain in office. Romero's concerns highlight a broader debate about the electoral reforms in Mexico and their implications on democratic practices, fairness in campaigning, and the role of incumbents in electoral politics. This ongoing controversy underscores the critical nature of the upcoming revocation consultation, potentially reshaping the political landscape as it approaches both local and national scrutiny.