The Philippine Senate has commenced an impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte, who faces allegations including graft, corruption, and an alleged assassination plot against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Key points
- Vice President Sara Duterte did not attend the opening of the trial, opting to be represented by her legal counsel.
- The impeachment proceedings, which could last for months, require a two-thirds majority vote in the 24-seat Senate for conviction.
- Senator Rodante Marcoleta, a key ally of the Duterte family, was arrested on corruption charges hours before the trial began.
- The articles of impeachment include accusations of misappropriation of public funds and unexplained assets.
Why it matters
The trial represents a critical escalation in the political conflict between the Marcos and Duterte dynasties and will determine the Vice President's eligibility for the 2028 presidential election.
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