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ICC to Rule on Duterte's Jurisdiction Appeal Amid Impeachment Complaints

4/22/2026

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On April 22, 2026, the International Criminal Court (ICC) will decide Rodrigo Duterte, the former President of the Philippines, on his jurisdiction appeal.
Vice President Sara Duterte will miss a House Committee hearing on impeachment complaints, marking her third absence.
The complaints allege betrayal of public trust and misuse of funds.
The House requires a one-third vote to approve Articles of Impeachment, which would proceed to the Senate for trial.

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Story summary

On April 22, 2026, the International Criminal Court (ICC) will decide Rodrigo Duterte, the former President of the Philippines, on his jurisdiction appeal.
Vice President Sara Duterte will miss a House Committee hearing on impeachment complaints, marking her third absence.
The complaints allege betrayal of public trust and misuse of funds.
The House requires a one-third vote to approve Articles of Impeachment, which would proceed to the Senate for trial.