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Corte avala bloqueo de cuentas bancarias sin orden judicial

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Mexico's Supreme Court just allowed bank account freezes without a court order—what does this mean for your rights?

This episode of Expansión Daily covers multiple current events in Mexico and globally. Host Mónica Alfaro is joined by reporter Dulce Soto. They begin by discussing the Supreme Court's decision to allow the Financial Intelligence Unit to block bank accounts without a prior court order, a reform from March 2022 that opponents argue violates due process. The hosts then shift to the National Electoral Institute, where three new councilors are being selected through a process heavily influenced by Morena and its allies, raising concerns about institutional autonomy and election credibility. Next, they analyze recent Mexican economic data showing a 1.6% monthly drop in private consumption and a decline in fixed investment, indicating a potential slowdown. The global segment focuses on Donald Trump's ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face elimination, amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations. Finally, the episode highlights a record first quarter for auto sales in Mexico, driven by surging demand for Chinese brands like Jetur and Gili. The format is a conversational news briefing with reporter insights and data references.

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