Sara Duterte impeachment trial at Philippine Senate

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Could a Senate conviction in the impeachment trial bar Sara Duterte from running for president in 2028?
What is the new impeachment trial calendar, and what are the key upcoming milestones before the year ends?
What is the specific voting threshold being debated for Sara Duterte's impeachment conviction, and how will the court resolve the dispute?
Are there additional charges or legal actions pending against Sara Duterte related to her conflict with President Marcos?
How will the legal proceedings affect Sara Duterte's political standing and her potential 2028 presidential bid?
Will the grave threats case proceed to trial, and on what timeline?

8 Sep 2026→ in the 8 Sep 2026 issue
Sara Duterte impeachment trial at Philippine Senate
- The Senate impeachment court has issued a new calendar for Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, with senators pledging to work 'double time' to conclude proceedings before the end of the year while allowing sufficient time for deliberations.
- Senator-judge Erwin Tulfo has asked the impeachment court to clarify the voting threshold required for conviction as the trial moves closer to its conclusion.
5 Sep 2026→ in the 5 Sep 2026 issue
Philippines arrest warrant issued for Vice President Sara Duterte
- A Quezon City court issued arrest warrants for Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte on three counts of grave threats, accusing her of publicly threatening to arrange the assassination of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and two of his relatives.
- Sara Duterte posted bail the day after the arrest warrants were issued, avoiding detention.
- The case is part of a broader political showdown between Duterte and Marcos, and a trial could affect her reported plans to run for president in 2028.
4 Sep 2026→ in the 4 Sep 2026 issue
Philippine court issues arrest warrant for VP Sara Duterte