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?

12 Mar, 16:00 — 14 Mar, 19:56

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Ramil Madriaga is an alleged former bagman of Vice President Sara Duterte
There is a request to place Ramil Madriaga under House custody
Vice President Sara Duterte is facing impeachment proceedings

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Vice President Sara Duterte must explain a P50 million 'gap' in her SALN during impeachment proceedings.

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

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Ramil Madriaga is currently detained at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig City.

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The specific reason for Vice President Sara Duterte being 'disturbed' by the request for Madriaga's custody

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The P50 million 'gap' in Vice President Sara Duterte's SALN and the call for her to explain it

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This story is significant as it involves impeachment proceedings against a high-ranking official, Vice President Sara Duterte, and raises questions about financial transparency and potential misconduct. The custody of Ramil Madriaga is crucial as he is an alleged key witness, and his testimony could significantly impact the proceedings.

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Rapplercenter-leftcenter-leftanalyticalMostly Factualquestions VP's reaction, focuses on accountability

inquirercentercenter-leftanalyticalMostly Factualhighlights financial discrepancy, calls for explanation

Coverage leans: center-left

The coverage leans center-left, with outlets focusing on allegations against Vice President Sara Duterte and the legal processes surrounding her impeachment, emphasizing accountability.

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RapplerMostly Factual4h ago

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?

By Dwight de Leon

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inquirerMostly Factualjust now

VP Sara Duterte must explain ‘gap’ in SALN – Ridon

MANILA, Philippines – Vice President Sara Duterte must explain the P50 million “gap” in her statement of assets, liabilities and net worth (SALN) during the impeachment proceedings, Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon said on Saturday. Ridon explained that the SALNs of the vice president from 2007 to 2024 showed discrepancies, saying that the cumulative

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philstarMostly Factual1d ago

House custody of Madriaga sought

From his detention at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig City, a request has been made to have Ramil Madriaga – an alleged former bagman of Vice President Sara Duterte – transferred to the custody of a congressional committee to ensure his “safety and availability” when he gets summoned to testify in her impeachment case.

By Jose Rodel Clapano

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First report: philstar · 12 Mar, 16:00|Full coverage: All 3 sources within 2d 4h|Window: 2d 4h

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philstar12 Mar, 16:00First to report

House custody of Madriaga sought

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Rappler14 Mar, 10:00

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

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inquirer14 Mar, 19:56Latest update

VP Sara Duterte must explain ‘gap’ in SALN – Ridon

Story evolution

The narrative shifted from a simple request for custody to include the Vice President's reaction and broader concerns about her financial disclosures, indicating increasing pressure on her.

Initial Request for CustodyMarch 12

A request was made to transfer Ramil Madriaga from his current detention to House custody.

VP's Reaction and ScrutinyMarch 14

Vice President Sara Duterte expressed being 'disturbed' by the custody request, while scrutiny over her SALN intensified.

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Sara DuterteVice President facing impeachment proceedings Ramil MadriagaAlleged former bagman of VP Duterte House of RepresentativesBody considering Madriaga's custody and impeachment Congressman Chel DioknoRequested Madriaga's House custody RidonCalled for VP Duterte to explain SALN gap

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

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

VP Sara Duterte must explain ‘gap’ in SALN – Ridon

House custody of Madriaga sought

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House custody of Madriaga sought

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

VP Sara Duterte must explain ‘gap’ in SALN – Ridon

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