Philippine Senate Summons VP Duterte in Impeachment Case

The Philippine Senate impeachment court issued a writ of summons to Vice President Sara Duterte on June 10, 2025, ordering her to respond to the Articles of Impeachment within 10 days. This action, according to Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri, makes the planned presentation of the Articles by the House prosecution panel unnecessary. Zubiri stated, "The presentation of the Articles of Impeachment by the House prosecution panel would therefore be “rendered moot” after the Senate has convened the impeachment court and issued summons." The summons, issued pursuant to Article 7 of the impeachment rules, requires Vice President Duterte to file her answer within the non-extendible period. This development marks a significant step in the ongoing impeachment process. The swift action by the Senate demonstrates the seriousness with which the court is approaching the case and its commitment to a timely resolution.