The Ecuadorian National Assembly is moving forward with a political trial against Mario Godoy, the president of the Judiciary Council, and has appointed Viviana Veloz and Franklin Samaniego as the legislators responsible for questioning him in the plenary session. This session is scheduled for Wednesday, February 18, 2026, following the approval of a report from the Oversight Commission that recommends continuing the political trial based on significant operational failures attributed to Godoy. The formal appointment of the interrogators was made through a memorandum sent to the Assembly President, Niels Olsen.

Viviana Veloz, one of the appointed interrogators, has previously served as the President of the National Assembly, a position she assumed in October 2024 after the resignation of Henry Kronfle. Veloz's background as a prominent representative of the 'Correísmo' movement and her electoral base in Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas make her a key player in this political episode. Franklin Samaniego, her colleague in the Revolutionary Citizen bloc, complements the team that will scrutinize Godoy's actions and decisions.

The implications of this trial could be significant for the Ecuadorian judiciary, especially if the outcomes lead to a shift in leadership. The ongoing scrutiny by the National Assembly highlights the tensions and challenges within Ecuador's political landscape, especially as discussions about judicial accountability and governmental oversight continue to unfold in the country. The attention on this political trial indicates a pivotal moment in the relationship between the judiciary and the legislative branches of government in Ecuador.