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Declare stand on Sara’s impeachment, bets told
Lawmakers are urging senatorial bets in the upcoming midterm elections to publicly declare their stance on the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio.
They believe this will serve as a crucial test of the candidates' commitment to fighting corruption and upholding public accountability.
House Assistant Majority Leader Pammy Zamora stated that candidates should outline their approach to constitutional violations within their platforms.
Over 200 congressmen have already signed the impeachment complaint against Ms. Duterte, meeting the constitutional threshold for her trial.
The Senate, which will try the Vice President as an impeachment court, will see 12 of its 24 seats contested in the May 12 elections.
Meanwhile, Vice President Duterte appears to be in Japan, with her sister uploading photos of their trip.
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The House of Representatives impeached Vice President Sara Duterte on February 5 with 215 votes, citing betrayal of public trust and alleged constitutional violations.
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Campaigning has begun for the Philippine mid-term elections, which could determine the political future of impeached Vice President Sara Duterte.
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Around 215 lawmakers have endorsed an impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte.
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Four congressmen believe Vice President Sara Duterte's dismissive attitude towards her impeachment complaint is a facade to conceal her fear.
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The Senate has received the Articles of Impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte, supported by over 200 House members.
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