Duterte's Impeachment Halted: Supreme Court Petition Highlights Legal Battle

The Philippines is currently facing a significant political event—the potential impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte. A petition filed with the Supreme Court seeks to halt the proceedings. Vice President Duterte's legal team argues that the House of Representatives violated the Constitution's 'one-year bar' rule, which prevents multiple impeachment attempts within a year. Rappler reporter Dwight de Leon explains, "Sara Duterte says she isn't afraid of impeachment, but her petition to the Supreme Court suggests otherwise." The petition highlights the House's alleged procedural irregularities. The video also discusses the timeline of the impeachment complaints filed against the VP. The situation underscores the complexities of the Philippine political system and the ongoing debate surrounding the impeachment process. The Supreme Court's decision will have significant implications for the future of the Duterte administration and the balance of power in the country. The case also raises questions about the interpretation and application of the Constitution's impeachment provisions.