Most House reps decline to sign impeachment complaint against VP Sara Duterte

Except for the Makabayan bloc and several lawmakers with senatorial ambitions in the 2025 midterm elections, most House representatives declined to sign an impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte.

Deputy Majority Leader Erwin Tulfo of ACT-CIS party-list cited impartiality concerns due to his potential involvement as a future senator and top contender in the upcoming polls, stating he would remain steadfast in advancing advocacies for healthcare, education, lower prices of goods, and enhanced social welfare.

Representatives Ralph Tulfo and Jocelyn Tulfo, son and wife of Senator Raffy Tulfo, listed themselves as complainants despite Erwin Tulfo's decision not to sign.

Independent senatorial candidates Bonifacio Bosita, Wilbert Lee, Eric Martinez, and Rodge Gutierrez had varying stances on signing the complaint, with some citing potential conflicts of interest if elected.

Rodante Marcoleta, an ally of the Dutertes running under PDP, did not sign the impeachment complaint as expected.

The Senate received the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte on February 5th, but due to recess, no action could be taken until after the break. The Senate is currently unable to proceed with any trial work during this period.