Critics and political groups, including Junts, have expressed skepticism regarding the government's handling of the 'Grandchildren Law' and the subsequent impact on the electoral census. While the JEC's intervention is a step toward greater oversight, some argue that it highlights a deeper, pre-existing lack of transparency and planning by the executive branch. These critics contend that the government has failed to provide sufficient data on the number of new citizens and the criteria used for their registration, leading to concerns about the potential for 'electoral engineering.' The demand for more information is not just about administrative procedure; it is about understanding the long-term demographic and political consequences of these policies.
For those who are critical of the current process, the primary concern is that the government has implemented these measures without a rigorous, public-facing plan. By failing to clarify how municipalities are assigned or to provide transparent reports on the impact of these registrations, the administration has created an environment where doubts about the fairness of the census can flourish. Critics argue that the burden of proof should be higher when dealing with such significant changes to the electorate. They maintain that until the government provides full, transparent data and clear, strictly enforced protocols, the integrity of the electoral process remains at risk, and the public is left to wonder whether these administrative decisions are being made with political objectives in mind.