Judge Carlos Serrano expressed gratitude for public support during the political interpellation of Mario Godoy, following Godoy's alleged exertion of pressure on him, which led to Godoy's censure and dismissal by the Ecuadorian National Assembly.
Carlos Serrano, an anti-corruption judge in Ecuador, publicly acknowledged the support he received from Ecuadorian society during the political interpellation of former Judicial Council head, Mario Godoy. This political fallout originated from Serrano's allegations that Godoy exerted pressure on him through third parties. Godoy was subsequently censured and ousted from his position by the National Assembly on February 18, after he resigned just hours before the Assembly vote.
In a statement on social media platform X, Serrano referenced a column by journalist Felipe Rodríguez, titled ‘The brave are alone,’ which discusses the isolation faced by individuals confronting organized crime, drawing parallels to the narrative of Giovanni Falcone, the Italian judge assassinated by the mafia. Serrano’s comments aim to highlight the bravery of those who stand up against corruption, framing his experience within a broader context of resistance against corruption in Ecuador.
Serrano’s statement is both a reflection on the importance of solidarity among judges facing political and criminal pressures and a call to action for individuals in similar positions to take a stand without fear. The implications of this saga reflect ongoing discussions within Ecuador about the integrity of the judicial system and the need for greater protections for judges who are at risk of intimidation or coercion in their professional duties.
