Prosecutors drop three of four charges in Sara Duterte impeachment
One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Manila, Philippines on October 13, 2026. Newest first.
Sara Duterte, daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte, was impeached by the House amid a feud with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. She denies wrongdoing.
Prosecutors in the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte dropped three of four charges to speed up proceedings, and the Senate sitting as impeachment court approved the move.
Why it matters: The trial's outcome could decide whether Duterte can run in future elections and shapes Philippine politics.
Prosecutors in the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte dropped three of the four articles in order to speed up proceedings. The Senate, sitting as the impeachment court, approved the change.
Why it matters: The trial's outcome could decide whether a leading potential presidential contender is barred from office.