On the horizon of June 1, 2025, the state of Veracruz braces for a transformative electoral event, where over 1,000 public positions are up for renewal. This election is particularly significant as it coincides with Mexico's first-ever judicial election, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's democratic evolution and posing substantial logistical challenges.

This electoral process unfolds against a backdrop of escalating political violence within the state. Recent incidents have seen candidates and their aides under attack, tragically including the murder of photographer Avisack Douglas during an assault targeting a Movimiento Ciudadano candidate. In response to the volatile situation, the federal government has mobilized thousands of security personnel, deploying 3,500 National Guards and 300 agents from the Prosecutor's Office to ensure a secure and orderly electoral process.

Governor Rocío Nahle has confidently stated, “We will have a peaceful election. The government will provide security across all 212 municipalities, enabling over six million registered voters to engage in free and democratic participation.”

As for the positions at stake, Veracruz's citizens will cast their votes for local offices. On a broader scale, the federal component of this election includes selecting various judicial roles, such as justices of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation, magistrates of the Electoral Tribunal, and district judges.

Across the state, a total of 16,451 polling stations will be established. Of these, 10,993 will cater to the municipal elections, while 5,458 are designated for the judicial elections.

The local campaign period commenced on April 29 and concluded on May 28. Polling stations will welcome voters from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on election day, with municipal counting scheduled from June 4 to June 8.

In adherence to electoral regulations, a media blackout, or electoral silence, began on Thursday, May 29. During this period, publishing polls and conducting campaign activities are prohibited. Additionally, a dry law comes into effect from the early hours of Saturday, May 31, ceasing at midnight on Sunday, June 1. This ban on alcohol sales affects supermarkets, convenience stores, and restaurants, mandating closure for businesses primarily selling alcohol.