The Council of Citizen Participation and Social Control (CPCCS) in Ecuador is currently stagnant regarding the appointment of a replacement for Mario Godoy, who resigned from his position as president of the Judiciary Council (CJ) amid a political scandal. Following Godoy’s resignation, which was resulted from a censure and dismissal due to a political trial initiated by the National Assembly, the Judiciary Council on February 19, 2026 requested that the CPCCS activate the mechanism for selecting a new main councilor. However, eight days later, the president of the CPCCS, Andrés Fantoni, has yet to convene a meeting to address the request for activation, nor to discuss Godoy's resignation or the legislative dismissal resolution.

In addition to this situation, there is another ongoing process regarding the selection of a substitute councilor for the former councilor Alexandra Villacís, who has been ineligible to hold public office due to an apparent debt sanctioned by the Ministry of Labor. This further complicates the situation within the Judiciary Council, which is experiencing a vacuum in leadership and potential inefficiencies in its operations. The delays in these appointments carry significant implications, particularly as they influence the functioning of the judiciary and the perception of its integrity among the public.

The lack of decisive action by the CPCCS raises questions about the effectiveness of this oversight body and its ability to fulfill its responsibilities in a timely manner. It also reflects broader issues within Ecuador's political landscape, where delays and controversies in appointments and legislative actions have implications for governance and trust in public institutions. As the citizens look for clarity on these matters, the CPCCS is under scrutiny to act swiftly and restore confidence in the judiciary’s operational integrity.