The Senate impeachment court summons Vice President Sara Duterte and prepares for the start of her impeachment trial on July 6, following ongoing pretrial proceedings in the Philippine Senate. Coverage from multiple outlets says the House prosecution panel and Duterte’s defense team continue working through evidence marking, witness and stipulation matters, and adjustments to the schedule.

Ahead of the trial opening, the defense files comments on the Senate court’s pretrial order by a set deadline, while Senate Secretary and impeachment clerk Renato Bantug Jr. says he sees no delay to the July 6 start. House prosecutors also say they are ready to present their case and urge Duterte not to skip proceedings. As the trial progresses, outlets report arguments and court actions on specific requests, including the prosecution’s bid to subpoena Duterte’s bank, tax, and Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) records.

Several reports indicate the proceedings may extend beyond September, citing the volume of witnesses and documentary evidence planned by both sides. GMA’s coverage focuses on live updates and what to expect on early days of trial as the prosecution begins presenting witnesses and the defense cross-examines.