Senate Moves to Summon VP Sara Duterte in Explosive Impeachment Battle!

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​The House of Representatives' panel of prosecutors has filed a motion before the Senate, acting as the Impeachment Court, to compel Vice President Sara Zimmerman Duterte to respond to the Articles of Impeachment lodged against her. This "Entry with Motion to Issue Summons," signed by Minority Leader and lead prosecutor Marcelino Libanan, seeks to mandate the Vice President to submit her answer within a non-extendible period of 10 days upon receipt of the summons. ​

The motion, underscoring the gravity of the charges, was also endorsed by key members of the prosecution panel, including 1-RIDER party-list Representative Rodge Gutierrez, Deputy Majority Leader Paolo Ortega V, and Assistant Majority Leader Jay Khonghun. Libanan, authorized to sign all pleadings on behalf of the House prosecutors, emphasized the necessity of this step to ensure due process and uphold the integrity of the nation's democratic institutions. ​

The impeachment saga began on February 5, 2025, when the House voted overwhelmingly to impeach Vice President Duterte, marking an unprecedented moment in Philippine history as she became the first sitting vice president to face such proceedings. The charges are multifaceted and severe, encompassing allegations of corruption, betrayal of public trust, culpable violation of the Constitution, and even a purported plot to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ​

In response to these allegations, Vice President Duterte has mounted a vigorous defense, challenging the impeachment before the Supreme Court. She contends that the proceedings are unconstitutional and politically motivated, aiming to nullify the complaint and halt the Senate trial. ​

This political maelstrom unfolds against a backdrop of escalating tensions between the Duterte and Marcos families, once allies during the 2022 elections. The alliance has since deteriorated, culminating in public disputes and mutual recriminations. The situation is further complicated by the recent arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte by the International Criminal Court (ICC) on charges related to his controversial war on drugs, adding another layer of complexity to the nation's political landscape. ​

As the Senate prepares to commence the impeachment trial, the nation stands at a crossroads, grappling with questions about the future of its leadership and the resilience of its democratic institutions. The outcome of this trial holds profound implications, not only for Vice President Duterte's political career but also for the broader trajectory of Philippine politics.​

In the midst of this unfolding drama, the Filipino people watch intently, hopeful that justice will prevail and that the principles of democracy will be upheld in these testing times.​

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