House leaders say no impeachment talks on VP Sara Duterte

House leaders stated on Tuesday that there have been no discussions among administration lawmakers regarding the impeachment complaints filed against Vice President Sara Duterte, with less than two weeks before Congress goes on a break.

Deputy Majority Leader Paolo Ortega V assured that while the House has not yet discussed the matter, they will act promptly if the necessary conditions are met.

Quad Committee Lead Chairperson Ace Barbers and Deputy Majority Leader Erwin Tulfo said they would carefully study the complaints but are open to supporting impeachment if there is sufficient evidence.

The lower chamber remains focused on other priorities such as investigating drug war deaths during former President Duterte's administration and crimes linked to Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs).

Under the law, only one impeachment complaint may be filed against the same official within a year, and for Vice President Duterte's case to proceed, at least one-third of House members must endorse it.

Vice President Duterte welcomed the complaints on Monday, stating that she will be the sole target and expressing readiness to respond to accusations against her.