Vice President Sara Duterte Reflects on Impeachment Proceedings
MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte has shifted her focus to potential impeachment attempts in the future after the Senate decided to archive the current case against her. Despite hoping for a decisive confrontation during her trial, she now prepares for what lies ahead.
In a rare public statement during an interview in Davao City on Wednesday afternoon, Duterte shared her thoughts for the first time since the Senate’s ruling. She expressed her desire for a more thorough airing of evidence, saying in Cebuano, “Like I said, I wanted a bloodbath.” A transcript and English translation were provided by her office to reporters.
“It means that I wanted the prosecution and the defense to show their pieces of evidence so we can see everything. But unfortunately, that won’t happen for now,” she added. Duterte emphasized the importance of readiness, stating, “And, of course, like I also said before, we have to prepare for what could possibly happen in the future. Maybe in 2026, 2027 or 2028, someone would again file an impeachment complaint and that would be another opportunity for us to respond.”
Uncertainty and Support Amidst Impeachment Trial
Before the Senate ruled on the Supreme Court’s decision declaring the impeachment complaint against her unconstitutional, Duterte’s location was unknown, even to her own staff. Sources noted that this added to the uncertainty surrounding the proceedings.
Meanwhile, one of the petitioners in the Supreme Court case, a local lawyer and councilor, shared photos on social media showing Duterte celebrating with supporters at a private venue. Among those present was lawyer Israelito Torreon, a key petitioner opposing Duterte’s impeachment.
The vice president’s approach reflects a strategic mindset as she prepares for possible future challenges. Local leaders observed that her calm and measured response could influence political dynamics leading up to the next election cycle.
Looking Ahead: Preparing for Impeachment Challenges
With the Senate’s decision to archive the current impeachment complaint, Vice President Sara Duterte remains vigilant. Her comments reveal a readiness to face possible legal challenges in the coming years, signaling that this issue may resurface as the political landscape evolves.
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