On February 13, 2026, the National Assembly's Oversight Commission in Ecuador voted unanimously in favor of a report that calls for a political trial against Mario Godoy, the president of the Council of the Judiciary. This recommendation arises from allegations made by five assembly members from the correísmo party, who have accused Godoy of manifest inoperability related to his institutional responses concerning the resignation and security measures taken for anti-corruption judge Carlos Serrano Lucero.

The report specifically highlights Godoy's inadequate handling of the situation surrounding Judge Serrano's resignation, as well as his failure to ensure the safety and physical integrity of the judge amidst ongoing threats and pressures. The session, chaired by Ferdinan Álvarez from the Acción Democrática Nacional (ADN) party, took place late in the evening and underscored the legislative body's growing concern over judicial independence and the protection of anti-corruption figures in Ecuador's legal system.

The implications of this political trial recommendation reflect broader issues within Ecuador's judiciary and governance, as it raises questions about accountability and the effectiveness of current leaders in safeguarding judicial integrity. If the full Parliament moves forward with the trial, it could set a precedent for how such cases are addressed in the future, especially in a political climate that has previously seen tensions between the judiciary and executive branches.