All eyes on senators’ vote as evidence, public pressure mount over Duterte case Last updated: May 11, 2026 | 15:53 Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte announces her intention to run for the country's presidency in 2028 during a press conference in Mandaluyong, Metro Manila. File photo taken on February 18, 2026. AFP The vote followed hours of tense debate over allegations that include misuse of public funds, abuse of authority, unexplained wealth and possible constitutional violations. Outside the Batasang Pambansa complex in Quezon City, progressive groups staged protests urging lawmakers to hold the vice president accountable. With the House action complete, the constitutional process now shifts to the Senate of the Philippines, which will sit as an impeachment court. What the House vote means Now that Vice President Duterte has been formally impeached (for the second time), it means the required House members found sufficient grounds to move the impeachment articles to the Senate.…