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FACT SHEET: What to expect from the impeachment trial of Sara Duterte
By Kiara Ysabel Gorrospe
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Jun 7, 2025
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The question on whether or not the incoming 20th Congress—whose term begins at noon on June 30 but will convene as a legislative body on July 28—could continue the impeachment process remains unsettled.

FACT SHEET: Impeachment in the Philippines through the years
By Rhoanne De Guzman
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Jun 6, 2025
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As the nation awaits the resolution of whether Vice President Sara Duterte's trial could proceed during the 20th Congress after it convenes in July, let's look back at the history and timeline of impeachment cases in the country.

FACT CHECK: Escudero did NOT dismiss Duterte impeachment case
By VERA FILES
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Jun 5, 2025
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A YouTube video claimed that Senate President Chiz Escudero has junked the impeachment case against VP Sara Duterte. This is false.
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