So let me clarify then, because this is a wonderfully large shit show already.
lyicx is currently the acting ESL, and as far as I'm concerned that comes with all the bells and whistles that being the ESL gives. Now, what he decides to do with that power is down to him, and I'll still ultimately hold him accountable for the actions of the ESL team during this time.
Now on the flip side, as people have said here, once a permanent ESL is put into place, and if that is not Lyicx, then these changes may be reversed or changed and all that good stuff.
Bottom line here, Lyicx is acting ESL with all the power that comes with it, he's accountable for the ESL Team until further notice so please respect that appropriately.