Philippine VP Duterte Served Impeachment Summons

The Philippine Senate has served Vice President Sara Duterte with a writ of summons, demanding a response to articles of impeachment within 10 days. This follows the filing of impeachment charges against the Vice President. A spokesperson for the House of Representatives stated, "The House prosecutors have been given five days to respond to any counterarguments presented by the Vice President." Duterte is currently in Malaysia attending Independence Day celebrations. Her office has confirmed her absence from the country. The impeachment proceedings are expected to be a significant focus of political discussion in the coming weeks. The outcome of this process will have considerable implications for the country's political landscape. This development underscores the ongoing tensions and power dynamics within the Philippine political system.