Sara Duterte impeachment hearings start as political death match heats up

The Philippines' VP faces another impeachment round with her 2028 presidential run on the line.

25 Mar, 03:17 — 25 Mar, 08:04

Why this matters

The impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte are a significant political event in the Philippines, potentially impacting her political future and the country's leadership landscape. As the daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, her political trajectory is closely watched, and these hearings could either bolster or derail her ambitions for the 2028 presidential election.

Key entitiesSara Duterte House of Representatives Committee on Justice

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What 2 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

Formal impeachment hearings against Vice President Sara Duterte have begun
The hearings are taking place in the House of Representatives' committee on justice
The hearings commenced on Wednesday, March 25, 2026

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The House of Representatives’ committee on justice is proceeding with formal hearings on impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte.

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The hearings began on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

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Vice President Sara Duterte's 2028 presidential run is at stake due to these impeachment hearings.

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Coverage gaps

The specific date of the hearing (March 25, 2026)

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