The Ecuadorian National Assembly has scheduled a political trial against Mario Godoy for February 18, 2026, after a commission unanimously approved a report recommending action against him for incompetence.
The President of the National Assembly of Ecuador, Niels Olsen Peet, has called for a session on February 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. to address the political trial against Mario Godoy, who currently serves as the President of the Judiciary Council. This announcement follows a unanimous decision by the Oversight Commission, which approved a report suggesting that Godoy be subjected to political trial due to manifest incompetence in fulfilling his responsibilities. The session will take place at the Legislative headquarters in Quito.
On February 13, 2026, the Oversight Commission, comprising various assembly members, voted ten to zero in favor of the report that substantiates the political trial against Godoy. This report was initiated by five lawmakers from the ruling party who raised concerns about Godoy's effectiveness in managing the judiciary. The political trial process aligns with the provisions stated in the Organic Law of the Legislative Function, specifically article 83, which outlines the procedures for such trials.
The implications of this political trial could be significant for the judiciary's credibility in Ecuador and the accountability of its leaders. Should the trial proceed and result in a decision against Godoy, it may signal a shift in the political landscape, highlighting the legislative Assembly's desire to enforce standards of performance and accountability among judicial leaders. This situation underscores ongoing tensions within Ecuador's political framework, dealing with governance, separation of powers, and the rule of law.
