The Supreme Court candidate, César Gutiérrez Priego, has been the subject of criticism for his campaign to secure a position in the Supreme Court of Justice of Mexico. He has drawn attention for his media accusations against a former president and his family, as well as for his apparent interest in being considered as a minister of the Armed Forces.
The most concerning aspect of his campaign is the way he has sought to gain visibility, including a tour with coverage from YouTubers and accusations of drug trafficking against the entourage of a former president. Additionally, Gutiérrez Priego is the son of General Jesús Gutiérrez Rebollo, who was prosecuted for links with drug traffickers in the past.
If he were to reach the Court, he could find himself in a situation where he has to judge cases related to the Armed Forces, being himself a lawyer who has expressed his affinity with that sector. This raises doubts about his impartiality and potential conflicts of interest in the exercise of his role as a minister.
It is important that candidates for the Court avoid any conflict of interest and maintain exemplary behavior. Campaigning is part of the electoral process, but in the case of Gutiérrez Priego, his methods and statements raise doubts about his suitability to hold such an important position in the Mexican judicial system.
The election to fill the positions in the Supreme Court will soon take place, and citizens must reflect on the importance of choosing qualified, impartial individuals who guarantee justice in the country. It is essential that judges are circumspect, do not prejudge, and act in the interest of legality and fairness in each case presented to them.
