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Guatemalan Congress Swiftly Elects New Supreme Court Judges in Two Hours Amid Transparency Concerns

Oct 3, 2024, 08:40 PM

Members of the Guatemalan Congress have swiftly elected and sworn in new Supreme Court judges in a process that took just two hours. The election, conducted without evaluations or interviews, has raised concerns about the transparency and integrity of the judicial selection process. Congressman Allan Rodríguez commented on the unity demonstrated in Congress, attributing it to a shared love for Guatemala. However, critics argue that the process was marred by strategic delays and a lack of public participation. This swift election follows years of judicial stagnation and highlights ongoing challenges in restoring judicial independence and rule of law in Guatemala. The election had to be completed by 12 October, following over 7 years of judicial stagnation, and has introduced another level of legal uncertainty.