Sara impeachment saga: The call to put Madriaga under House custody

Why is Vice President Sara Duterte 'disturbed' by Congressman Chel Diokno's request for the House to place Ramil Madriaga under its custody?

15 Mar, 07:50 — 18 Mar, 09:44

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Impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte are pending at the House of Representatives.

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Congressman Chel Diokno requested the House to place Ramil Madriaga under its custody.

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Vice President Sara Duterte is 'disturbed' by Congressman Chel Diokno's request.

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The impeachment proceedings will likely last beyond Congress’ March 18 recess.

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The impeachment proceedings may be expedited if Duterte does not answer the complaints by Monday.

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Main story focus

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Focuses on the impeachment proceedings against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte

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Focuses on the selection of a new House Speaker in Thailand

Coverage gaps

The call to put Ramil Madriaga under House custody and Vice President Sara Duterte's reaction

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The potential for impeachment proceedings to extend beyond the March 18 recess

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The potential for expedited impeachment proceedings if Duterte does not respond to complaints by Monday

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Why this matters

The impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte are a significant political event in the Philippines, potentially impacting the country's leadership and political stability. The call to place a key individual under House custody suggests escalating tensions and the pursuit of critical evidence or testimony.

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japan-timescentercenter-leftneutralMostly Factualneutral reporting on Thai parliamentary procedures

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The overall lean is balanced due to the significant portion of articles covering an entirely different, unrelated story, which dilutes any specific political framing related to the impeachment.

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japan-timesMostly Factual1d ago

Thai ruling party tightens grip on power with house speaker post

The role is pivotal in Thailand’s parliamentary system, setting legislative agendas and scheduling key votes for the lower house, including to select the prime minister.

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RapplerMostly Factual3h ago

VP Sara impeachment: Is her answer a ‘non-answer’?

The Vice President's supposed 'non-answer' prompts complainants to waive their right to file a reply

By Dwight de Leon

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inquirerMostly Factualjust now

LIVE UPDATES: Sara Duterte impeachment hearing|March 18, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — The House committee on justice is convening today to continue the proceedings on the impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte. This marks a crucial phase after the panel earlier ruled the raps sufficient in form and substance. Stay tuned for live updates as the hearing unfolds with key testimonies, motions, arguments

By Dona Policar

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china-dailyLow2d ago

New speaker named for Thai House of Representatives - China Daily

New speaker named for Thai House of Representatives China Daily

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philstarMostly Factual11h ago

With VP ‘non-answer,’ impeachment proper set March 25

Following Vice President Sara Duterte’s “non-answer” to the impeachment complaints against her and the complainants’ waiver of their right to reply, the House committee on justice is looking to begin the hearing proper on March 25.

By Mark Ernest Villeza

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Coverage Timeline

First report: china-daily · 15 Mar, 07:50|Full coverage: All 5 sources within 3d 2h|Window: 3d 2h

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china-daily15 Mar, 07:50First to report

New speaker named for Thai House of Representatives - China Daily

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japan-times16 Mar, 06:08

Thai ruling party tightens grip on power with house speaker post

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philstar17 Mar, 16:00

With VP ‘non-answer,’ impeachment proper set March 25

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Rappler17 Mar, 23:55

VP Sara impeachment: Is her answer a ‘non-answer’?

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inquirer18 Mar, 09:44Latest update

LIVE UPDATES: Sara Duterte impeachment hearing|March 18, 2026

Story evolution

Initial Call for CustodyMarch 14

Congressman Chel Diokno requests the House to place Ramil Madriaga under custody, which reportedly 'disturbs' VP Sara Duterte.

Procedural UpdatesMarch 15

Reports emerge on the potential duration of the impeachment hearings and the possibility of expediting them if Duterte fails to respond.

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Sara DutertePhilippine Vice President facing impeachment complaints Ramil MadriagaIndividual requested to be placed under House custody House of RepresentativesBody conducting impeachment proceedings Chel DioknoCongressman who requested Madriaga's custody

Sara impeachment saga: The call to put Madriaga under House custody

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Thai ruling party tightens grip on power with house speaker post

VP Sara impeachment: Is her answer a ‘non-answer’?

LIVE UPDATES: Sara Duterte impeachment hearing|March 18, 2026

New speaker named for Thai House of Representatives - China Daily

With VP ‘non-answer,’ impeachment proper set March 25

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New speaker named for Thai House of Representatives - China Daily

Thai ruling party tightens grip on power with house speaker post

With VP ‘non-answer,’ impeachment proper set March 25

VP Sara impeachment: Is her answer a ‘non-answer’?

LIVE UPDATES: Sara Duterte impeachment hearing|March 18, 2026

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