
Philippine Justice Panel to Vote on Sara Duterte Impeachment Report
The House of Representatives' committee on justice is expected to approve a report on impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte by May 4.
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The House of Representatives' committee on justice is expected to approve a report on impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte by May 4.

The Vibal Group is embroiled in an internal feud and governance crisis concerning P342.53 million in contracts with the Department of Education. Some of these contracts were approved during Vice President Sara Duterte's tenure as education secretary.

The fourth day of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment hearing concentrated on allegations of death threats. A vote on the impeachment is reportedly imminent.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is facing mounting impeachment complaints, with a lawyer indicating probable cause for allegations related to her bank transactions and asset declarations. The National Bureau of Investigation is preparing for potential hearings on the matter.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is facing an impeachment hearing in the House, with her camp addressing accusations and her travel plans drawing scrutiny. She has also publicly refuted claims regarding billions in her bank accounts, while the House panel prepares to investigate related matters.

Discussions are intensifying around a potential impeachment trial for Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, with reports of solid Senate majority support and 69% public backing for a trial. A potential "star witness" has also emerged after signing a bank secrecy waiver.

Vice President Sara Duterte, her former security chief, and other officials have strongly refuted and questioned the credibility of claims made by Madriaga, including allegations of cash delivery and other inconsistencies.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte may have committed an election offense if claims that her 2022 campaign received financing from Chinese nationals linked to Pharmally are substantiated.

A former aide to Vice President Sara Duterte claims that Rodrigo Duterte discussed an assassination plot against President Marcos with retired generals if Marcos reneged on a supposed promise to step down in 2025.

A fact-check report refutes misleading claims that an unmodified opinion from COA cleared Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte of fund misuse or that her impeachment case was junked, noting state auditors previously flagged issues in her office.

Vice President Sara Duterte responded with 'Good luck to him' regarding online rumors about President Marcos Jr.'s supposed serious illness.

A ranking lawmaker in the House of Representatives reminded Vice President Sara Duterte that her failure to appear in impeachment clarificatory hearings would be tantamount to waiving her right to refute allegations.

A fact check confirms that Gloria Macapagal Arroyo is not the new House speaker and has not dismissed impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte. The House justice committee began its hearing on the complaints on March 25.

The House of Representatives will continue its impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte next month, despite a petition filed before the Supreme Court, with lawmakers commenting on the credibility of witnesses as the hearing is anticipated to conclude by the end of May.

Lawyers have filed a petition with the Supreme Court to halt impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, which House lawmakers have now slammed, questioning the lower chamber's panel actions during proceedings.

The Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines announced its compliance with a House panel's order to release Vice President Sara Duterte’s Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN). The Ombudsman stated that even a simple request would suffice for the release.

MANILA, Philippines — The request for protective custody for Ramil Madriaga, former aide to Vice President Sara Duterte, arises from his fear that former Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr.

Navotas Representative Toby Tiangco has clarified that his opinion regarding Vice President Sara Duterte's accountability in the flood control mess is solely his own, questioning why it has been mislabeled.

Vice President Sara Duterte's lawyer has stated she will not respond to the impeachment complaints filed against her at the House of Representatives, while Philippine lawmakers continue to deny claims of bribery and double standards in the handling of these complaints.

The House justice panel has invited Vice President Sara Duterte to attend the 'hearing proper' on impeachment complaints filed against her, scheduled for March 25, 2026, which may be aired live.
Why is Vice President Sara Duterte 'disturbed' by Congressman Chel Diokno's request for the House to place Ramil Madriaga under its custody?

MANILA, Philippines — Some lawmakers are allegedly pushing for Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment because they cannot negotiate terms to absolve them of accountability should she become president, Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco said on Tuesday. In an ambush interview on Tuesday, Tiangco said that lawmakers involved in the flood control scam are allegedly afraid that, under

MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said on Thursday that Vice President Sara Duterte may have committed a “breach of public trust” if she had not alerted the government about the potential fallout from the Middle East conflict. This statement came in response to Duterte’s criticism of the Marcos administration’s alleged lack of preparation for

Concerns have been raised by a House public accounts panel and Rep. Terry Ridon regarding a potential conflict of interest involving two members of Vice President Sara Duterte's legal team in ongoing impeachment proceedings.

The National Unity Party dismissed speculation that it had met with House Speaker Bojie Dy and Majority Leader Sandro Marcos to discuss Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment proceedings or other…

MANILA, Philippines – “Talagang nabubuhay sa sariling mundo ng guni-guni itong si VP Sara Duterte.” (VP Sara Duterte is truly living in her own fantasy world.) ACT Teachers Party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio made the remark on Sunday after Vice President Sara Duterte accused members of the House of Representatives of using as a political weapon

MANILA, Philippines — The legal team of Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday maintained she had nothing to do with the death threats reportedly received by Ramil Madriaga, who claimed to be her “bagman,” saying they actually want him to stay unharmed for an eventual confession. “VP Sara has nothing to do with any death

Former colleagues tried to bribe Ramil Madriaga with P500 million to P1 billion in exchange for his silence on Vice President Sara Duterte’s links to drug dealers and offshore gaming operators who bankrolled her campaign in 2022.

Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday questioned the “deafening silence” of civil society groups, the Church and lawmakers to allegations raised by 18 men who claimed to be former Marines, that they delivered suitcases containing billions of pesos to certain politicians.

MANILA, Philippines — Ramil Madriaga, Vice President Sara Duterte’s alleged former bagman, should be given more protection amid supposed acts of intimidation against him, Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima said on Wednesday. De Lima made the call after Madriaga’s counsel claimed that his client faced a threat to his life while detained at
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla suggested that four politicians could pose a strong challenge to Vice President Sara Duterte in the 2028 general elections.

Detained former president Rodrigo Duterte was “beaming with pride, but also feels for” Vice President Sara Duterte after she declared her presidential bid in 2028, according to her sister Veronica Duterte.

Vice President Sara Duterte has called on local government units to permanently ban motorcades and vehicle caravans amid rising fuel prices due to the conflict in the Middle East.

MANILA, Philippines — Manila Rep. Joel Chua clarified that they are not against the complainants who filed the first impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, explaining that setting aside their petition was a prudent step after their unsuccessful bid in the 19th Congress. At Monday’s House Committee on Justice hearing, Chua told Makabayan bloc members

Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon on Sunday said the House of Representatives would coordinate with the court, as well as the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP), to ensure the safety and attendance of detained witness Ramil Madriaga in the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. Ridon, who chairs the House committee on

Vice President Sara Duterte’s declaration that she intends to run for president in 2028 is “irrelevant” to the House of Representatives’ handling of the four impeachment complaints against her, Bicol…

MANILA, Philippines — Palace press officer and Undersecretary Claire Castro has agreed again with Vice President Sara Duterte — this time, that it may have been better if the latter refrained from running for the country’s second-highest elective post. In a press briefing on Friday, Castro was asked about Duterte’s reflection during a speech in Davao

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Thursday hailed the 18 former Marines who acted as alleged bagmen of resigned Ako Bicol Rep. Elizaldy Co, and said that this only “proved” initial information that the government had been coordinating with the International Criminal Court (ICC). The vice president also said that the revelations by

MANILA, Philippines — The National Unity Party (NUP) has admitted leaning towards not voting for the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, as they supposedly have not seen any new evidence presented in the four complaints filed against the country’s second-highest official. In a statement late Wednesday night, NUP said that they have taken note of
The impeachment case hearing against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is scheduled to commence on Monday.

The House committee on justice will begin deliberations on the four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte on March 2, 3 and 4.

The House of Representatives has formally initiated the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, after the four verified complaints against her were forwarded yesterday to the committee on justice for proper deliberation.

MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V has countered Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco’s claims that he was merely directed to endorse impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, saying that he made this decision out of his own volition. Ortega, in an ambush interview on Monday at the Batasang Pambansa complex said

Manila 6th District Representative Bienvenido Abante Jr. remains in his post and recently endorsed the fourth impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte

Vice President Sara Duterte’s announcement of her presidential bid in 2028 was not only too early in the game, as many of her critics saw it. For one political observer, “it leaves a bad taste in the mouth.” “I once worked with her (Duterte), but this time around, I think it isn’t OA (overacting) to

Calls for the impeachment of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte are intensifying, with church and academic leaders urging the process to move forward. This comes as financial transactions linked to her are being scrutinized, and funds are reportedly available for a potential trial.

According to a survey conducted by OCTA Research, Vice President Sara Duterte is projected to win the presidency in 2028, even in a direct contest against incumbent Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo. The results suggest a closely contested election.

There is a suggestion that the Philippine Senate could begin a trial against Vice President Sara Duterte, ideally before June 5.
Official records from the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) indicate that Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte may be a billionaire, prompting a Manila representative to raise serious questions about her financial standing.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is facing intense scrutiny and ongoing investigations into her financial transactions, with an Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) report reportedly confirming suspicious activities. This comes amidst impeachment hearings and discussions about the Duterte family's alleged growing business interests.
Rappler investigates how P125 million allegedly allocated to Vice President Sara Duterte was spent in less than 24 hours, detailing cash deliveries in duffel bags.

The Commission on Audit (COA) has disallowed P73 million in confidential funds for Vice President Sara Duterte's office, leading to calls for her to return the money. A House panel is scheduled to investigate her wealth and the fund issue, while a witness named Madriaga has made claims regarding the funds and her family.

Philippine lawmakers are debating the presumption of innocence for a person named Madriaga, whose alleged financial ties are central to calls for an impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte. A recent survey indicates majority public support for an impeachment trial against VP Duterte.

The husband of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is seeking a temporary restraining order against a House committee subpoena for the couple's income tax returns and other financial documents.

Liberal Party-list Rep. Leila de Lima clarified her statement about 'Sara’s Court' as a criticism of Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp for their perceived over-reliance on the Supreme Court.

Vice President Sara Duterte has filed another petition with the Supreme Court, seeking to halt impeachment proceedings against her and nullify new complaints in the House of Representatives. An alleged "bagman" is reportedly ready to testify at the House.

A "supreme scandal" is reported, characterized by bias and power-tripping, underlying an intervention in a recurrent case involving Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte.

Akbayan party-list Rep. Percival Cendaña has called on the public to closely monitor the upcoming House hearings on impeachment complaints filed against Vice President Sara Duterte, stating that the proceedings are long overdue.

An opinion piece questions Vice President Sara Duterte's suitability for the presidency, urging her to address corruption allegations and demonstrate problem-solving skills, contrasting her potential leadership with her father's tenure.

Vice President Sara Duterte attended the graduation ceremony of Kananga National High School in Leyte, serving as the guest speaker and urging graduates to stay away from illegal drugs.

Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro has defended her use of the term 'mini trial' to describe the impeachment hearings against Vice President Sara Duterte, as Duterte's legal team prepares to answer the complaints in a 'proper forum'.

The defense team for Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has labeled the House committee on justice's 'mini-trial' as 'unconstitutional,' following her decision not to attend the initial hearing on two complaints.

Malacañang has criticized Navotas Lone District Rep. Toby Tiangco for his 'baseless statements' alleging vote-buying in the House of Representatives to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte.

The Philippine House committee on justice will resume formal hearings this week on impeachment complaints filed against Vice President Sara Duterte, after lawmakers deemed the cases 'sufficient in form, in substance'.

Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday joined the Muslim community in the celebration of Eid’l Fitr as she offered a prayer for world peace amid the Middle East crisis.

MANILA, Philippines — Several lawmakers have called on Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco to substantiate his allegations that some lawmakers want Vice President Sara Duterte impeached because they cannot avoid accountability if she becomes president, with one urging him to name names. In a press briefing on Wednesday, Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon said that it

Vice President Sara Duterte claims that the allegations against were treated by the House as 'established truth even before trial begins,' but a lawmaker insists her right to due process was not violated

MANILA, Philippines — Lawmakers have given different views on concerns that Vice President Sara Duterte’s lawyers can be potential key witnesses in impeachment hearings against her, with one noting that it should not be an issue. In an online interview on Thursday, Marikina Rep. Miro Quimbo — a lawyer and a member of the prosecution team

MANILA, Philippines — There may be a potential conflict of interest for Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense panel for the impeachment hearing as two of her lawyers may be potential witnesses, Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon said. Ridon on Wednesday showed to reporters a copy of the Duterte camp’s entry of appearance for the impeachment

MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Monday criticized Vice President Sara Duterte for saying it “was not that difficult” to send aircraft to repatriate Filipinos affected by the conflict in the Middle East, calling her remarks out of touch with reality. Duterte made the comments during an interview on Ibalik ang Tapang at

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte called on concerned government agencies to monitor the increasing cost of fuel and implement measures to mitigate its impact on Filipino citizens.

MANILA, Philippines — The appearance of Vice President Sara Duterte in the House hearings on impeachment complaints against her is only optional, according to justice panel chair Batangas 2nd District Rep. Gerville Luistro. Both complaints against Duterte were already found to be sufficient in form and substance since Wednesday. On Thursday, the House committee on

Neither the World Bank nor the Supreme Court issued an ultimatum to Marcos for his resignation, and he has not been replaced by Vice President Sara Duterte, contrary to the claim

Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday questioned the “deafening silence” of civil society groups, the Church and lawmakers to allegations raised by 18 men who claimed to be former Marines, that they delivered suitcases containing billions of pesos to certain politicians.

MANILA, Philippines — Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon downplayed claims that there was no documentary evidence to support allegations that Vice President Sara Duterte amassed ill-gotten wealth, saying that her net worth from 2008 to 2024 rose by over 1,000 percent. At Wednesday’s hearing of the House of Representatives committee on justice, Cagayan de Oro

MANILA, Philippines — The fourth impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte was also declared sufficient in substance on Wednesday by the House of Representatives’ committee on justice — which means that two raps passed the sufficiency tests. A total of 54 committee members voted to declare the fourth impeachment complaint filed by lawyer Nathaniel Cabrera

A senior opposition lawmaker was censured by his colleagues in the committee on justice over remarks he made as he tried to oppose the impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, which were being checked for sufficiency in substance.

MANILA, Philippines — Several lawmakers have called out Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay for bringing the affidavit of 18 former Marine officers to the hearings on Vice President Sara Duterte’s…

Civil society leaders and clergy who filed the second impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte will formally withdraw their case today, saying they will now give their “full support” to the third complaint. “We believe that the impeachment process must proceed at the earliest possible time, free from procedural limbo and unnecessary legal delays

The House committee on justice begins deliberations on the four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte today to determine whether they are sufficient in form and substance.

Lawmakers in the Philippines have formally received notice for the House of Representatives Committee on Justice's hearing on impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte.

The head of one of the administration parties in the House of Representatives clarified an earlier statement, indicating that its members would 'most likely not vote in favor' of new impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte due to lack of merit.

In the absence of “new evidence,” the second biggest political party in the House of Representatives will not vote in favor of the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Vice President Sara Duterte stated that her family no longer expects former president Rodrigo Duterte to return to the Philippines from The Hague, where he is detained awaiting trial by the International Criminal Court.

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte will be given a chance to respond to the impeachment complaints against her, but it will be her prerogative whether to appear at the House of Representatives, Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro said on Tuesday. The House committee on justice chaired by Luistro is set to deliberate on the

MANILA, Philippines — Palace Press Officer Claire Castro on Tuesday dismissed claims made by Harry Roque that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. supposedly wants to reconcile with Vice President Sara Duterte. In a Viber message to reporters, Castro described Roque’s statements as fabricated. READ: Marcos to see if Feb. 25 can be declared non-working holiday each

MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte have been formally initiated as the House of Representatives’ committee on rules on Monday sent the four raps to the committee on justice. During the plenary session on Monday, the four impeachment complaints were officially included in the Order of Business. Thereafter, Deputy Speaker Ferjenel

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Sen. Paolo Benigno ‘Bam’ Aquino IV has firmly shut down speculations of a 2028 vice-presidential run alongside embattled Vice President Sara Duterte, stating that the government must prioritize the country’s urgent educational and economic crises over premature politicking. Rumors of a potential tandem between Duterte and Aquino began circulating after

The four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte are expected to be referred to the House of Representatives’ committee on justice anytime this week, following their transmittal to the office of Speaker Faustino Dy III.

A fact check reveals an image showing Vice President Sara Duterte topping a presidential survey with 60% support is AI-generated and bears the Google Gemini logo.

A constitutional law expert stated that evidence in the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte would only carry weight if presented under oath, emphasizing that records outweigh vlogger content and rhetoric.

An administration lawmaker in the Philippines has stated that threatening to assassinate President Marcos, especially by Vice President Sara Duterte, is a 'very serious offense' that must not be ignored.

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) confirmed that Vice President Sara Duterte’s threat to assassinate President Marcos was serious, indicating she had hired an assassin for that purpose.

Malacañang assured Vice President Sara Duterte that her travel authority request would be approved but questioned the timing of her planned "vacation." A Palace press officer raised concerns about the decision.

State auditors in the Philippines have flagged additional confidential fund spending by Vice President Sara Duterte, ordering the return of P448 million.

The RAGE coalition, a political alliance formed to support Vice President Sara Duterte's potential presidential bid in 2028, has released its first album on Spotify.

A fact-check article refutes rumors that Vice President Sara Duterte would be proclaimed president due to alleged health issues of President Marcos Jr. The 1987 Philippine Constitution outlines specific conditions for presidential succession, none of which currently apply to President Marcos Jr.

According to alleged Duterte bagman Ramil Madriaga, executives linked to the controversial Pharmally Pharmaceuticals purportedly bankrolled Vice President Sara Duterte's 2022 presidential campaign.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has been dared by a party-list representative to personally address accusations made by her alleged aide Ramil Madriaga as the House of Representatives prepares for impeachment proceedings.

Vice President Sara Duterte lamented that the current state of the nation has "failed" Filipino soldiers, citing unaddressed security issues and the absence of an independent body.

The House committee on justice has summoned officials from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and Commission on Audit (COA) to testify on Vice President Sara Duterte’s tax compliance and liquidation of confidential funds. This is part of ongoing impeachment hearings against her.

A fact-check confirms that photos circulating of De Lima sweeping litter at Rizal Park, amid a House hearing on Vice President Sara Duterte's case, are AI-generated.

The House of Representatives can address the country’s urgent concerns while still carrying out its constitutional duty to hear the impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, House…

Vice President Sara Duterte urged Filipinos to be vigilant against the 'weaponization of the law' and 'unconstitutional intrusion of foreign bodies' into the country's courts, as she greeted her detained father, former president Rodrigo Duterte.

Vice President Sara Duterte and her legal team are facing criticism from a law expert for their perceived inconsistency regarding opportunities to be heard in impeachment proceedings.

A recent Pulse Asia survey indicates that corruption continues to be the primary factor influencing public trust or distrust in President Marcos, while Vice President Sara Duterte maintains trust due to perceived governance ability despite alleged involvement in issues.

MANILA, Philippines — Should Vice President Sara Duterte skip the impeachment hearings at the House of Representatives, she runs the risk of losing her chance to convince lawmakers that the…

Uncertainty surrounds whether Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte will appear at tomorrow’s House hearing concerning two impeachment complaints filed against her.

A counsel for the second impeachment complaint against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte warned the public to watch out for possible “diversionary tactics” during the proceedings.

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday said she hopes the celebration of Eid’l Fitr can be a reminder and assurance to Filipinos that their sacrifices and contributions to their…

Without any objections, members of the House committee on justice yesterday found the two impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte “sufficient in grounds,” setting the start of trial proper hearing on March 25.

Four people have expressed interest in joining her senatorial slate for the 2028 national elections, Vice President Sara Duterte revealed on Saturday.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has condemned online posts that use her son's photograph to spread false information to the public.

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday warned the public against fake emails falsely claiming to be from her or her office. Duterte issued the warning after her office received reports of individuals receiving emails claiming to be from the vice president or her office. READ: OVP alerts public on cash aid scam

The National Unity Party has once again changed its tune on the ongoing impeachment case of Vice President Sara Duterte, backing out from its “conscience vote” and returning to its initial call for “new evidence.”

The House committee on justice will move its scheduled hearing on the impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte to an earlier date if she fails to comment on the cases within 10 days.

Vice President Sara Duterte earlier said that the family no longer expects former president Rodrigo Duterte to return to the Philippines

The lawyer for Ramil Madriaga, alleged former bagman of Vice President Sara Duterte, claims there is a P5 million bounty on his client's life within the jail, an allegation denied by the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP).

The House committee on justice on Wednesday declared the fourth impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte to be sufficient in substance, in addition to the third complaint that earlier passed the sufficiency test. The proceedings will now move forward with the committee expected to ask Duterte to answer the two complaints within 10 calendar

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Wednesday chided Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay for claiming that Vice President Sara Duterte’s remarks that she had hired a hitman to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and former Speaker Martin Romualdez were not actual threats. In a briefing on Palace press officer Claire Castro said any

Heated exchanges erupted at the House justice committee as lawmakers took up the third impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte.

MANILA, Philippines — Bringing down the number of impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte from four to two will not weaken the case, San Juan Rep. Ysabel Maria Zamora said on Monday. In a press briefing after the first day of hearing on Duterte’s impeachment complaints, Zamora said that there would be no effect on

Two of the four impeachment complaints filed against Vice President Sara Duterte were deemed sufficient in form yesterday by the House of Representatives committee on justice while one was “set aside” for violating the one year rule and the other formally withdrawn by complainants supposedly to help expedite the impeachment process.

One impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte is 'set aside,' another is withdrawn, but two others live to fight another day after passing the House's first test

The House justice committee will ensure fairness in the enforcement of rules regarding impeachment proceedings as it prepares to take up the complaints filed against Vice President Sara Duterte, Bicol Saro Rep. Terry Ridon said on Saturday. The House panel will tackle the four impeachment complaints against Duterte starting March 2 to determine if there

Members of the National Unity Party (NUP) will most likely exercise a conscience vote in the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, House deputy speaker and Antipolo City Rep. Ronnie Puno said on Thursday, denying claims that they are daunted by Duterte’s announcement of her presidential bid.

TANDAG, SURIGAO DEL SUR – Vice President Sara Duterte visited the towns of Lanuza and Cortes, and Tandag City in Surigao del Sur province on Tuesday, February 24, to distribute relief assistance to families affected by Tropical Storm Basyang. The relief distribution, conducted by the Office of the Vice President (OVP), provided essential supplies to
Vice President Sara Duterte said that “to stand firm in the face of threats, harassment” is the true spirit of EDSA people power following the commemoration of its 40th anniversary last Wednesday.

MANILA, Philippines — For the first time in years, Malacañang has agreed with a statement of Vice President Sara Duterte. According to Palace press officer Claire Castro, Duterte was right in claiming

MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte have been formally initiated on Monday as the House of Representatives’ committee on rules sent the four complaints to the committee on justice. The complaints were officially included in the Order of Business of Monday’s plenary session, as its presiding officer, Deputy Speaker Ferjenel

MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V has advice for Vice President Sara Duterte, now that she has announced her intention to seek the presidency. “Don’t run away if you want to run.” “Maybe, as I said, she’s in a different light, you put her in a category where she is

MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima confirmed that the four impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte will be sent to the House of Representatives’ committee on justice when the chamber resumes its session on Monday. De Lima, in an ambush interview after members of the House committee on rules met for

The House of Representatives referred the four impeachment complaints filed against Vice President Sara Duterte to the Committee on Justice on Monday, February 23.

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte said she has already recruited someone as running mate for her 2028 presidential bid as early as last year. Duterte, however, refused to identify the personality, pending the person’s decision. “I’ve already recruited someone,” Duterte said in Filipino during a Sonshine Media Network Incorporated interview aired on Saturday.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has announced she will run for president in 2028.