In a surprising move, the Citizen Participation Council (CPCCS) of Ecuador has declared the definitive absence of Alexandra Villacís from her role as an alternate member of the Judiciary Council (CJ) just a day after a lengthy nine-month nomination process for the council's five principal and alternate members was concluded. This decision comes during heated political scrutiny facing the CJ, especially regarding President Mario Godoy's impeachment proceedings, which have seen increasing instability as a third request for impeachment against the CPCCS board members was filed and subsequently shelved.

On February 10, 2026, the CPCCS activated the election process, calling upon the National Court of Justice (CNJ) to submit a new panel of three candidates for the vacant position. This decision aligns with the CJ's request for action to bring stability back to the council, which has been mired in controversies and criticisms regarding its functioning and leadership. The assembly witnessed significant support for this motion from the majority of council members including Andrés Fantoni, Johanna Verdezoto, David Rosero, and Roberto, indicating a prioritization of swift governance amidst legal challenges.

The implications of this move are wide-ranging, as the ongoing political turmoil not only affects the leadership within the judiciary but also poses questions about the integrity and independence of Ecuador's judicial processes. The swift renewal of the CJ composition amidst failed impeachment attempts could reflect broader issues of governance and accountability in Ecuador's political landscape as both the judiciary and other political entities navigate the complex situation.