Philippine lawmakers vote overwhelmingly to impeach VP Sara Duterte
Politics
Senate will now hold trial do decide whether to remove her from office
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte gestures during a press conference in February. Local media expect the House of Representatives to vote for her impeachment when it convenes on Monday. © AP
RAMON ROYANDOYAN
May 11, 2026 15:28 JST
Updated on May 11, 2026 18:23 JST
MANILA — The Philippines’ House of Representatives on Monday voted overwhelmingly to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, a decision that is likely to have a significant bearing on the 2028 presidential election.
