Ecuador court disqualifies CPCCS ex-president from 2026 race; she alleges due process breach

Ecuador's Electoral Contentious Court annulled Sofía Almeida's candidacy for the November 2026 elections, prompting her claim that she was denied the right to defend herself. The ruling removes a prominent figure from the race, but the legal basis and procedural fairness remain contested. This adds uncertainty to the electoral landscape ahead of the vote.