Acidre warns senators of threats to Marcos as impeachment trial is delayed

House Deputy Majority Leader Jude Acidre warned senators on Wednesday, February 12, that threats to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr's life are growing as the Senate delays the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte.

Acidre cited Duterte's history of violent tendencies and direct threats made against Marcos, his First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and Speaker Martin Romualdez, emphasizing that her past behavior indicates a pattern of aggressive and reckless actions.

The lawmaker urged the Senate to move swiftly, arguing that delays only embolden those who thrive in impunity and could place the President's life at risk.

Senate President Chiz Escudero stated on February 6 that the impeachment trial cannot legally proceed until June 2 when the Senate resumes its session after the midterm elections.

On February 5, the House confirmed that 215 lawmakers signed the fourth impeachment complaint against Duterte, alleging misuse of confidential funds and attempts to cover up the spending.