Liberia
On March 2, 2026, Liberia's House of Representatives unanimously voted to halt a proposed amendment to the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) Act. The amendment sought to grant the President unilateral authority to remove LACC commissioners upon establishing "probable cause," eliminating the current requirement for Senate approval.
Lawmakers expressed concerns that the proposed changes could undermine constitutional safeguards, particularly regarding due process and the separation of powers. They highlighted potential conflicts with Article 20(a) of the 1986 Constitution, which guarantees due process, and Article 3, which establishes the doctrine of separation of powers among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.
The House voted to return the proposal to the Joint Committee on Public Accounts and Expenditure, Judiciary, and Good Governance & Government for further scrutiny over the next three weeks. This decision reflects the legislature's commitment to maintaining checks and balances within the government and ensuring that anti-corruption efforts remain independent and effective.
The outcome of the committee's review will be closely watched, as it has significant implications for the governance and accountability structures within Liberia.
