Philippine House begins impeachment hearings for Vice President

On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, the Philippine House of Representatives officially began impeachment hearings against Vice President Sara Duterte.

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This event marks a major escalation in the political rift between the country's top leaders, highlighting the total breakdown of the former 'UniTeam' alliance between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Duterte.

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These proceedings follow the expiration of a one-year legal bar that previously halted impeachment attempts after a 2025 Supreme Court ruling.

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As the House Committee on Justice prepares to hear evidence, the nation watches closely.

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If the House votes to impeach, the case would move to the Senate, which would sit as an impeachment court.

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With Duterte signaling a 2028 presidential run, these hearings occur amidst a charged political climate that could shape the future of Philippine governance.

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When did the formal impeachment hearings against Vice President Sara Duterte begin?

February 6, 2026

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March 25, 2026

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March 25, 2026

What is the role of the Philippine Senate in the impeachment process?

The Senate decides if the complaint is sufficient in form and substance.

The Senate initiates the impeachment complaint.

The Senate sits as an impeachment court to potentially convict and remove the official.

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The Senate sits as an impeachment court to potentially convict and remove the official.

How has Vice President Duterte responded to the impeachment hearings?

She has actively participated by presenting her own witnesses.

She has requested an immediate trial in the Supreme Court.

She will not attend the hearings and considers the allegations baseless and political.

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She will not attend the hearings and considers the allegations baseless and political.

What happened to the previous impeachment attempt against Duterte in 2025?

It was approved by the Senate, but the President vetoed it.

It was voluntarily withdrawn by the complainants due to lack of evidence.

The Supreme Court declared the process unconstitutional.

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The Supreme Court declared the process unconstitutional.

Which of the following is one of the core allegations against the Vice President?

Failure to attend international diplomatic summits.

Illegal appointment of Cabinet secretaries without confirmation.

Misuse of public confidential and intelligence funds.

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Misuse of public confidential and intelligence funds.

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