Tag: Impeachment Trial
-
No Impeachment Discussions Between Marcos and Duterte, Says Palace
Reported by Giselle Ombay from GMA Integrated News, Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Claire Castro stated on Sunday that there have been no engagements with President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. about the anticipated impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Castro explained that the President’s stance remains unchanged.“We haven’t discussed it. I’ve met with the President…
Written by
-
Senate President Escudero Declines to Comment on Impeachment Trial Remarks
In Manila, Senate President Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero chose not to respond to comments made by a Palace official regarding the acceleration of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. Escudero stated that he would simply disregard the statements made by press officer Claire Castro. Castro had previously asserted that it is not solely up to the…
Written by
-
Impeachment Trial of VP Duterte Set in Motion by Senate President Escudero
The Senate has formally taken the first steps toward the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, following a directive from Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero to establish the administrative support group for the impeachment court. With this procedural groundwork in place, House prosecutors suggest that the trial could be concluded by the end of…
Written by
-
Senate Showdown: Escudero to Poll Peers on VP Duterte’s Impeachment Trial Schedule
In a dramatic twist in the Philippine Senate, President Francis Escudero announced on February 21, 2025, his intention to consult fellow senators about the timing of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. This follows a proposal by Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III to convene an all-member caucus and kick off the trial in March,…
Written by
-
Senate Budgets Under P1 Million for VP Duterte’s Impeachment Trial Preparations
Senate President Francis Escudero announced on February 19, 2025, that the Senate has set aside less than PHP 1 million for the upcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. This budget will cover essential items such as identification cards, judicial robes for the senators acting as judges, and legal fees. Escudero made these remarks…
Written by