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Senators Advance Duterte Impeachment, Urgency Sparks Concerns

6/10/2025

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In a pivotal moment in Manila, senators united to forward Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment articles to the rules committee, pushing the trial's formal reading to June 11. Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel voiced concerns over the delay, warning it could erode public trust, while legal experts stress the urgency for swift action in line with constitutional requirements.

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In a pivotal moment in Manila, senators united to forward Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment articles to the rules committee, pushing the trial's formal reading to June 11. Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel voiced concerns over the delay, warning it could erode public trust, while legal experts stress the urgency for swift action in line with constitutional requirements.