Archive · 24 Jun 2025
Duterte Calls Impeachment Complaint 'Scrap of Paper'
The Vice President of the Philippines, Sara Duterte, is facing an impeachment complaint.
She believes the complaint is not valid and just a formality.
She says the accusations, which include misuse of funds and plotting, have no real evidence to support them.
This all comes after a disagreement between Duterte and the current President, Marcos Jr. Duterte is fighting back, saying this is the fourth attempt to impeach her, violating the law.
The House of Representatives started the impeachment and has sent the case to the Senate, but she responded by saying it is not valid.
If found guilty, she would be banned from holding political office.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte calls impeachment complaint against her “a scrap of paper”.
The impeachment complaint, filed by the House of Representatives, alleges betrayal of public trust and high crimes.
Duterte argues the complaint is baseless, lacks evidence, and violates a constitutional safeguard.
The case stems from an acrimonious falling out between Duterte and President Marcos.
If convicted, Duterte faces a lifetime political ban.
- Who
- Sara Duterte and members of the House of Representatives.
- What
- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte responded to the impeachment complaint filed against her.
- When
- The submission was dated June 23. The Senate returned the case to the House on June 11.
- Where
- Philippines
- Why
- The impeachment proceedings are related to an ongoing power struggle and falling out between Duterte and President Marcos.
Impeachment Supporters
Duterte's Camp
Validity of Accusations
Impeachment Supporters
Supports the accusations of betrayal of public trust and high crimes.
Duterte's Camp
Claims the impeachment is politically motivated and lacks merit.
Legal Standing
Impeachment Supporters
Believe the complaint is valid and follows due process.
Duterte's Camp
Argues the impeachment violates a constitutional safeguard.
- Defendant
- Sara Duterte
- Accusations
- Betrayal of public trust, high crimes, misuse of public funds
- Duterte's Response
- Claims the complaint is baseless and a violation of the constitution
- Impeachment Initiator
- House of Representatives
- Potential Outcome
- Lifetime political ban if convicted