On February 18, 2026, the National Assembly of Ecuador convened to initiate a political trial against Mario Godoy, the president of the Judiciary Council. Godoy faced accusations of failure to fulfill his duties, and the Assembly's Oversight Commission deemed the cause a glaring ineffectiveness. The process was marked by his unexpected resignation just prior to the assembly's session, complicating the proceedings and raising questions about the implications of his departure for the Judiciary Council’s functionality.

During the opening of the session, the assembly president, Niels Olsen, directed members to confirm any notifications regarding Godoy’s status. It was promptly announced that he had submitted an irrevocable resignation on the same day of the assembly's convening, which shifted the focus of the debate. Following this, the assembly proceeded to read the findings of the Oversight Commission, highlighting the necessity of addressing the allegations against Godoy, regardless of his resignation.

The reading of the report was a critical step, as it outlined the committee's firm recommendation to move forward with the political trial. Subsequently, assembly members Viviana Veloz and Franklin Samaniego initiated their questioning, underscoring the accountability mechanisms in place within Ecuador's political landscape. This case exemplifies significant judicial and political tensions in the country, spotlighting the role of the National Assembly in monitoring the actions of judicial leaders.