Ecuador: Impeachment against Education Minister Inés Manzano fails in National Assembly

An impeachment process targeting Ecuador's Education Minister Inés Manzano has failed to gain traction in the National Assembly, effectively ending the attempt to remove her from office. The opposition coalition, which spearheaded the impeachment bid, could not secure the required votes for approval.

Sources indicate that the coalition supporting the impeachment fell short of the necessary majority, leading to the dismissal of the proceedings. This outcome means Manzano will continue to serve as the Minister of Education.

The impeachment process was initiated by opposition lawmakers who accused Manzano of alleged misconduct and mismanagement within the education sector. However, the government and its allies defended the minister, arguing that the accusations lacked sufficient evidence and were politically motivated.

The failure of the impeachment highlights the current political dynamics within the National Assembly, where the opposition faces challenges in consolidating its forces to challenge the executive branch effectively. Manzano's continuation in her role is seen as a political victory for the current administration.