Philippine lawmakers vote to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte following a complaint alleging corruption and other misconduct. Multiple outlets report that the House of Representatives approves the impeachment action after citing claims including unexplained wealth, alleged misuse of state funds, and threats—specifically allegations that Duterte threatened to have President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assassinated. The impeachment complaint also seeks not only removal from the vice-presidency but also perpetual disqualification from holding any government position.
The votes reflect a wider political dispute between rival factions aligned with the country’s top officials. Coverage emphasizes that the confrontation within the government escalates as the impeachment process moves from the House to the Senate for trial.
Some reports note that events occur in parallel with the House vote: Duterte’s allies in the Senate are said to take steps that affect control of the Senate, a move portrayed as likely to shape how any subsequent impeachment trial proceeds. Overall, sources describe the impeachment as the latest development in ongoing setbacks for the Duterte family and as a significant test for Sara Duterte’s political future.
