On the 26th day of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, the Senate impeachment court heard testimony from four retired Supreme Court justices acting as amici curiae. The justices discussed the disputed voting threshold required to convict the vice president. Three of the four justices, including former Chief Justices Artemio Panganiban, Reynato Puno, and Hilario Davide Jr. Expressed agreement on the legal framework. The fourth justice did not participate in the discussion.
Meanwhile, former President Rodrigo Duterte made his first personal appearance before the International Criminal Court (ICC) Trial Chamber III. He attended the third status conference for his crimes against humanity case. Dressed in a dark suit, Duterte was present as the ICC reviewed the progress of his trial. This marks a significant moment in his legal proceedings, which have been ongoing since his arrest in March 2025.
The two separate legal developments highlight the complex political and judicial landscape in the Philippines. As the impeachment trial continues, the ICC proceedings offer a parallel focus on the country's former leader. Both cases underscore the ongoing legal challenges facing prominent figures in Philippine politics.
