- The Senate and Parliament were involved in an impeachment process, and the High Court is scheduled to render a decision on the impeachment petitions.
- Gatchalian, as Acting Senate President, ensures operations continue amid disputes over his authority and ongoing impeachment proceedings.
- Senate holds pre-trial conference against Sara Duterte, with House prosecutors participating in the impeachment trial.
Sara Duterte faces an impeachment hearing in the Senate, while Risa Hontiveros questions fund misuse during the trial.
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What happened
Sara Duterte faces an impeachment hearing in the Senate, while Risa Hontiveros questions fund misuse during the trial.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Senate IC investigating alleged misuse of funds regarding Sara Duterte's case.Sub-event
Impeachment trial against Sara Duterte continues in the Senate; Risa Hontiveros questions fund misuse.1 source
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Senate holds pre-trial conference against Sara Duterte, with House prosecutors participating in the impeachment trial.Also in this story
- Multiple legal proceedings are underway, including the commencement of impeachment trials in the lower chamber and filings before the Sandiganbayan.
- Risa Hontiveros questioned Vice President Sara Duterte regarding her role and the use of funds while operating from Manila.
The entities involved
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Sara Duterte
Vice President of the Philippines since 2022
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senate
type of legislative body, often the upper house or chamber of a bicameral legislature
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Risa Hontiveros
Filipino politician
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