It has been two weeks since Mario Godoy was censured and removed from his position as president of the Council of the Judiciary (CJ) by a vote of 148 in the National Assembly. Since then, the Judiciary Plenary, which oversees the governance, administration, oversight, and discipline of the Judicial Function, has been operating with a temporary president, awaiting the appointment of a principal and alternate member by the Citizen Participation and Social Control Council (CPCCS). This ongoing situation has raised concerns about the stability and integrity of the Judiciary's operations.

Despite the administrative plenary continuing to process cases, sanction judges, prosecutors, and lawyers in active practice, and implementing security measures for an anti-corruption judge who reported threats, the lack of a fully authorized leadership structure has led to criticisms. Observers have pointed out that having a CJ member who has not come from the National Court of Justice (CNJ) leading the Judiciary Plenary temporarily gives rise to questions about the legitimacy and efficacy of the governance of judicial processes during this period of uncertainty.

The implications of this interim leadership situation could extend beyond the internal dynamics of the judiciary. The perceived instability may impact public trust in the justice system and its ability to function effectively. Stakeholders and the general populace are observing the appointment process closely, as the eventual selection of a proper leader is crucial for restoring confidence and ensuring the continued integrity of the judiciary in Ecuador.