SC declares VP Duterte's impeachment articles unconstitutional
On Friday, July 25, 2025, the Supreme Court (SC) declared the Articles of Impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte unconstitutional in a unanimous 13-0 vote.
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Marvic Leonen
Senior Associate Justice Marvic Leonen has been at the center of recent controversies over his rulings related to the impeachment process of Vice President Sara Duterte. His obiter dicta and majority opinion in these cases have sparked debates about judicial independence and political influence within the Supreme Court. Leonen's philosophical stance as a moralist and public intellectual further complicates the discussion, with critics questioning the impartiality of his decisions.
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Last updated at August 2, 2025.
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