Ernestina Godoy Confirmed as Mexico‘s New Attorney General
Mexico City – Ernestina Godoy Ramos has been confirmed as the new Attorney General of Mexico, following a vote in the Senate on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Godoy secured the position with 97 votes in favor, alongside 11 null votes and 19 against the shortlist of candidates.
The appointment marks a important shift for the Attorney General’s Office (FGR) and comes at a critical juncture for Mexico’s justice system. Godoy’s leadership will be pivotal in addressing ongoing challenges related too organized crime, corruption, and impunity, issues that deeply impact public safety and the rule of law across the country. Her immediate focus will be overseeing investigations into high-profile cases and implementing strategies to strengthen the FGR’s investigative capabilities.
Godoy appeared before the Senate prior to the vote, outlining her vision for the FGR and responding to questions from senators regarding her qualifications and proposed policies. The confirmation process was closely watched by legal experts and civil society organizations, manny of whom expressed hope that Godoy’s tenure will usher in a new era of accountability and openness within the Mexican justice system.
