Shocking Survey Reveals 92% Disapproval of Chile’s Judiciary
Hermosilla’s proven link in a corruption case to a Supreme Court judge dealt a heavy blow to public perception of the Judiciary
A recent survey in Santiago revealed that almost 92% of Chileans disapprove of their country’s Judiciary. This disapproval stems from a corruption scandal involving lawyer Luis Hermosilla and officials from the past administration.
The scandal has led to Hermosilla’s detention for various charges and the suspension of Supreme Court Justice Ángela Vivanco. The public is calling for reforms to strengthen the Judiciary and improve access to justice for ordinary citizens.
President Gabriel Boric Font’s government has proposed reforms to address conflicts of interest and corruption within the Judiciary. The scandal has tarnished the image of the Judiciary and raised concerns about the fairness of the legal system in Chile.
Despite these challenges, some Chileans still hold a positive view of President Boric, while others are critical of his performance. The survey highlights the urgent need for reforms to restore public trust in the Judiciary and the government.