VP Duterte Impeachment Trial Unfolds | Texas News

The Philippine Senate has launched a historic impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte, risking her permanent ban from public office if convicted on charges of unexplained wealth and threatening the President’s life. Once a political powerhouse alongside President Marcos Jr., their alliance has shattered, now jeopardizing her 2028 presidential bid. As the daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte—facing ICC charges for his war on drugs—she publicly blames Marcos for her father’s arrest, while also navigating geopolitical rifts: Marcos leans toward the U.S., while her father aligned with China and Russia. Critics accuse her of silence on China’s actions in disputed waters. With the House already impeaching her and the Senate needing just 16 votes out of 24, the trial looms as a high-stakes battle, complicated by senators tied to the Duterte family facing their own legal woes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6e540e56bed093ee