Duterte needs 2 more Senate votes for acquittal

Partial, unofficial results from the 2025 midterm elections in the Philippines have raised questions about the composition of the Senate for the upcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Based on these results and analysis by political experts like Prof. Aries Arugay, seven senators are likely to vote to acquit Duterte, requiring her only two more votes to remain in office.

Reelectionist senators Bong Go and Bato dela Rosa, along with independent candidate Rodante Marcoleta, rank among the top contenders supporting Duterte.

Incumbent congressmen Erwin Tulfo and Camille Villar, who did not sign the House of Representatives' impeachment complaint, are also leading in the senatorial race.

Imee Marcos, who has aligned herself between Team Duterte and Team Marcos, secured a position within the winners' circle but her stance remains uncertain.

Opposition candidates Bam Aquino and Kiko Pangilinan, despite their strong performance, have previously promised to exercise fairness during the trial, adding more uncertainty to the outcome.