VP Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial Begins at Senate
The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte began at the Senate in Pasay City on Tuesday, with defense and prosecution panels formally greeting each other before proceedings started. NBI Director Melvin Matibag was called as the final prosecution witness for Article IV on grave threats. This historic impeachment trial directly affects all Filipinos as it involves the second-highest official accused of grave threats against the President. The proceedings at the Senate in Metro Manila are a rare constitutional event with national political implications. The trial is held at the Senate of the Philippines in Pasay City, Metro Manila. Sessions are typically open to the public but seating is limited; attendees should arrive early. No registration details were provided in the report.