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Representative Paolo Duterte, left, the brother of Vice President Sara Duterte talks before the session starts on the voting to impeach her at the House of Representatives in Quezon city, Philippines on Monday, May 11, 2026.

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Philippine vice president impeached by lawmakers over suspected wealth and threats

Philippine vice president impeached by lawmakers over suspected wealth and threats

The House of Representatives in the Philippines has voted to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte over alleged unexplained wealth and threats against the president. The vote was 257-25, with nine abstentions. The impeachment complaints will now move to the Senate for trial. Senate President Vicente Sotto III, who promised a swift trial, was ousted by 13 senators, including Duterte's supporters. It's unclear how this leadership change will affect the trial. Duterte denies wrongdoing and plans to defend herself. She has accused President Marcos of corruption and weak leadership, intensifying their political rift.