After a contentious election process, Pablo Lemus of Movimiento Ciudadano has emerged victorious in the gubernatorial race for Jalisco, securing 43.17% of the votes according to the final district counts. The election was fraught with challenges, including death threats against Paula Ramírez Höhne, the president of the Electoral Institute of Jalisco. Morena, led by national coordinator Mario Delgado, has been vocal in disputing the results, alleging that votes were manipulated and demanding a ‘vote-by-vote’ recount. Despite these claims, the National Electoral Institute (INE) has rejected the possibility of taking over the vote count, upholding the responsibility of local electoral authorities. The final results of the election were confirmed by the Institute of Electoral and Citizen Participation (IEPC) of Jalisco, which has faced criticism and protest from Morena and its allies. The new governor will take office on December 6, 2024, and will serve a six-year term without the possibility of re-election. This election’s outcome is significant as it tests the strength of Movimiento Ciudadano in a state known for high levels of violence and organized crime, and it also reflects the political dynamics at play in Mexico’s broader electoral landscape.
Key points
- Pablo Lemus of Movimiento Ciudadano wins the Jalisco gubernatorial election with 43.
- Controversy surrounds the election with Morena disputing the results and alleging vote manipulation.
- INE and IEPC maintain the integrity of the election process, despite calls for a recount and reported threats against electoral officials.
17% of the votes.
