- 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 in Impeachment Trial Against Sara Duterte
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What happened
The Senate held a pre-trial conference against Sara Duterte, with prosecutors from the House of Representatives participating in the impeachment trial. The Senate is formally conducting the impeachment proceedings against Sara Duterte, who faces charges including culpable violation of the Constitution and betrayal of public trust.
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Why it matters
The trial scrutinizes allegations of graft and corruption, including the disallowance of P 73.287 million spent by the Office of the Vice President. Analysts note that the outcome of the proceedings could materially alter Sara Duterte's political future and eligibility for public office.
The Senate and Parliament were involved in an impeachment process, and the High Court is scheduled to render a decision on the impeachment petitions.
Who's involved
- Sara DuterteThe subject of the impeachment trial in the Senate.
- senateThe legislative body formally conducting the impeachment proceedings.
- house of representativesThe legislative body that initiated the formal impeachment proceedings against Sara Duterte.
- Risa HontiverosA politician who scrutinizes Sara Duterte through impeachment inquiries.
- Gerville LuistroLead public prosecutor considering tactical shifts in the impeachment trial.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Risa Hontiveros read a defense letter during the trial, while BPI confirmed a joint time deposit account.Sub-event
Senate provides constitutional means of protection during Sara Duterte's impeachment trial.1 source
New financial trail linked to Duterte and Senate decision on impeachment allegations.1 source
- Multiple legal proceedings are underway, including the commencement of impeachment trials in the lower chamber and filings before the Sandiganbayan.Sub-event
- Risa Hontiveros questioned Vice President Sara Duterte regarding her role and the use of funds while operating from Manila.Sub-event
- The Senate is weighing schedule changes for the impeachment trial of Sara Duterte, with Pia Cayetano suggesting returning the issue to caucus.Sub-event
- Sara Duterte faces an impeachment hearing in the Senate, while Risa Hontiveros questions fund misuse during the trial.Sub-event
- The National Bureau of Investigation is investigating potential radicalization links involving Risa Hontiveros.Sub-event
Show 8 earlier steps
Senate begins impeachment trial of Sara Duterte, former Education Secretary.1 source
Impeachment trial begins in the Senate against Sara Duterte, initiated by the House of Representatives.1 source
Impeachment proceedings against Sara Duterte are underway, with the Senate acting as the trial court.1 source
Pre-trial conference held against Sara Duterte in the Senate impeachment trial.1 source
Accuses the Senate majority of wanting to control impeachment and leading inquiry into flood control corruption claims.1 source
Sara Duterte faces impeachment trial in Senate; Batangas rep joins prosecution.1 source
Senate begins impeachment trial of Sara Duterte.1 source
Impeachment articles sent to the Senate against Sara Duterte.1 source
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Gatchalian, as Acting Senate President, ensures operations continue amid disputes over his authority and ongoing impeachment proceedings.Also in this story
- Senate leadership saw transitions, including Lacson relinquishing BRC chairmanship to Tulfo, and new committee assignments being made.
- Political turmoil unfolds in the Senate, with unnamed individuals facing accusations of plunder and being involved in a struggle for power.
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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Senate
Upper house of South Korea
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house of representatives
general term for legislative bodies
Related events
- The political fallout from the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte includes senate leadership shake-ups and impacts on education funding and scholarships.
- The Senate impeachment court heard the case against Sara Duterte while the House justice committee reviewed impeachment complaints.
- Sara Duterte faces impeachment in the House due to alleged misuse of funds, with Gerville Luistro leading the prosecution.
- Sara Duterte and Francis Escudero presided over the impeachment trial proceedings on September 1, 2026.
- Senate convenes as impeachment court against Sara Duterte, with Chel Diokno leading the prosecution seeking financial records.
Coverage
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- rappler.com
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- thediplomat.com
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