Huge crowds protest in Mexico City in support of the National Electoral Institute against President Lopez Obrador's attempts to weaken it ahead of the upcoming presidential election in June. Lopez Obrador has sent constitutional reforms to Congress that would overhaul the INE, but protests argue it is an attempt to concentrate power in his party's government.
Key Points
President Lopez Obrador accused of trying to weaken the National Electoral Institute ahead of the presidential election in June
Proposed reforms would overhaul the INE and concentrate power in the government
Protesters argue for the independence and integrity of the electoral body
Pros
Supporting the independence and integrity of the National Electoral Institute
Exercising the right to peaceful protest against government actions
Cons
Tensions between protesters and the government
Concerns about potential manipulation of electoral processes