Mexico’s electoral institute names Blanca Cruz interim president after Taddei resigns

Mexico’s National Electoral Institute (INE) named electoral adviser Blanca Cruz interim president on October 27 in Mexico, following Guadalupe Taddei’s resignation amid allegations of irregularities and corruption at the authority, according to Reuters, which cited several local media reports. The change puts Cruz in charge as the INE prepares to oversee Mexico’s 2027 midterm elections.

Reuters reported that Cruz, who joined the INE’s General Council in April, will lead the autonomous body until lawmakers name a permanent successor. Her appointment follows Taddei’s planned resignation, which left the question of her successor open when NewsJaws covered it earlier.

Why Guadalupe Taddei resigned from the INE

Taddei said she made the decision to protect the institute and allow it to continue its constitutional work. Referring to claims circulating in the media and online, she said their authenticity and context needed to be checked and that any conclusions should rest on evidence and institutional procedures. She also said her departure did not relieve anyone of the duty to clarify matters requiring investigation, transparently and with due process.

What the leadership change means for the 2027 vote

The 2026–27 federal electoral process began on September 10, Taddei said in her statement. She said INE staff in central and regional offices were carrying out the operational, technical and logistical work needed to organise the elections. She described the institute’s credibility and independence as public goods that needed protection during the transition.

President Claudia Sheinbaum supported Taddei’s decision, Reuters reported. At her October 27 press conference, Sheinbaum said the next leader should exercise transparency, ensure that no INE department favours a side and see that the institute fulfils its duties.