A female lawmaker in Ecuador, Mayuli Ortega, president of the Pueblo Soberano party, has publicly accused a fellow assembly member of political violence during a recent national party assembly. Ortega claims both she and other women were targeted, and intends to file a formal complaint with the Tribunal de Ética. The accused assembly member, Alejandro Navarro, vehemently denies the allegations. Navarro asserts he possesses evidence and witness testimony to support his account of the events. The incident occurred during the Pueblo Soberano’s national assembly, raising concerns about conduct within the party. Further investigation by the Tribunal de Ética is expected to determine the veracity of the claims and Navarro’s defense. The accusations highlight potential issues of gender-based violence within Ecuadorian politics.