Senate to convene as impeachment court for VP Duterte-Carpio on June 11

Senate President Francis 'Chiz' Escudero announced that the Senate will convene as an impeachment court on June 11 to begin the trial of Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio.

Escudero stated that due to time constraints in the current Congress, proceedings will extend into the next session, emphasizing adherence to constitutional mandates and legal processes.

The House impeached Duterte on February 5, citing misuse of secret funds, unexplained wealth, destabilization acts, and alleged plotting against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his family.

Despite calls from civil society groups and the Makati Business Club for swift action, Escudero stressed that the Senate will follow a deliberate process rather than rush to meet external pressures.

Senator Robinhood Padilla filed a resolution urging termination of impeachment proceedings due to Congress adjourning on June 30, highlighting procedural challenges. The trial is set to begin in the next Congress on July 28.