Camacho calls for unity after Mexico City electoral body dismisses mandate revocation request

Circe Camacho Bastida, the mayor of Xochimilco in Mexico City, has called for unity and a renewed focus on addressing the needs of the population following the Electoral Institute of Mexico City's (IECM) decision to dismiss a request for her mandate's revocation. The institute found that the request did not meet the minimum percentage of citizen support required by law, effectively ending the challenge against her leadership.

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It is time to close a chapter of political confrontation and concentrate all efforts on attending to the needs of the population.

In a statement to the press, Camacho expressed her "absolute respect" for electoral institutions, asserting that democracy is strengthened when legal procedures are followed. She framed the resolution not as a personal victory but as a testament to the functioning of institutions. "In democracy, there is no room to celebrate division. What we must recognize is that the institutions worked, and now it is time to look forward and continue working for Xochimilco," she stated.

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I reiterate my absolute respect for electoral institutions and maintain that democracy is strengthened when procedures are carried out with adherence to legality.

Camacho emphasized that throughout the mandate review process, her administration remained dedicated to serving the community. Efforts continued to strengthen public services, enhance security, revitalize public spaces, and maintain consistent engagement with the various towns, neighborhoods, and districts within Xochimilco. She also urged relevant authorities to investigate potential violations of political-electoral rights identified during the IECM's review, which included records related to deceased individuals and citizens who reportedly did not consent to support the revocation procedure.

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I do not consider this resolution a personal victory. In democracy, there is no room to celebrate division.

Looking ahead, Camacho appealed to the leadership of the ruling coalition parties to prioritize unity, dialogue, and consensus-building. "The citizens expect us, who share the same project, to work together. Today more than ever, we must close ranks to continue building the second floor of the Transformation led by our President, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, always putting the well-being of the people first," she declared. Camacho reiterated her commitment to governing with proximity, honesty, and tangible results for the residents of Xochimilco.

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The citizenry expects that those of us who share the same project work together. Today more than ever we must close ranks to continue building the second floor of the Transformation...