CAL suspends RC legislator Ronal González for 31 days without pay for a serious offense
Legislator Ronal González has been suspended for 31 days without pay due to serious administrative misconduct in the National Assembly of Ecuador.
Ronal González, a member of the Revolución Ciudadana legislative caucus, has faced his second suspension during this legislative term. The Legislative Administration Council (CAL) decided to impose a 31-day suspension without pay on February 23, 2026, after determining that González had committed a serious administrative misconduct. This decision stems from incidents that occurred in the National Assembly, where disruptions were noted during formal proceedings.
The complaint against González was brought forth by Jorge Chamba, a legislator from the Government Action Democratic National (ADN) caucus. The CAL's resolution indicates that González's actions violated Article 171 of the Organic Law of the Legislative Function, which deals with very serious administrative offenses. The ruling highlights that the behavior in question not only constitutes a recurrence but also represents a systematic practice that impedes the appropriate functioning of the Assembly.
This incident raises concerns regarding the decorum and governance within the Ecuadorian National Assembly, illustrating the ongoing tensions between different political factions. As repeated offenses occur, such disciplinary measures may signal a need for stricter oversight and a call for accountability among legislators, which can impact public trust in the legislative process and influence future legislative dynamics.