Vice President Sara Duterte became the first in Philippine history to be impeached, with 215 House lawmakers voting for her removal over allegations of corruption, assassination threats, and abuse of public funds.
The Senate, which will serve as the impeachment court, received the complaint but adjourned without addressing it, delaying proceedings until June.
A two-thirds Senate vote is needed to convict Duterte, potentially barring her from future public office.
Lawmakers from various political factions joined forces in the impeachment, citing accountability and constitutional duty.
Meanwhile, security forces in Metro Manila are on high alert for possible protests from Duterte’s supporters.
Source: PhilNews24 | February 6, 2025
