Philippine Senate Remands Duterte Impeachment: Key Moments and Reactions

The Philippine Senate concluded its first impeachment hearing for Vice President Sara Duterte on June 11, 2025. The five-hour hearing, summarized in a fifteen-minute Rappler video, focused on key moments leading to the Senate's 18-5 vote to return the articles of impeachment to the House of Representatives. Senator Chiz Escudero presided over the proceedings, and the video shows the senators taking their oaths. Senator Bato dela Rosa moved to dismiss the case, citing constitutional issues. Senator Koko Pimentel noted the importance of justice, while Senator Risa Hontiveros stressed the need for a thorough process. The video concludes with the Senate adjourning the hearing. The event highlights the ongoing political tensions in the Philippines and the process of impeachment.