The ball is now in the court of the Senate, and Senator Francis Escudero, as its chief, has the authority to call for a special session regarding the articles of impeachment against VP Sara Duterte at any time, says Rep. Joel Chua. #ANCHeadstart
Senate President Chiz Escudero says there will be NO impeachment trial during the session break of Congress. Senate resumes session on June 2, 2025. | via Mav Gonzales/GMA Integrated News
Bayan Muna Chairperson Neri Colmenares said the Senate can proceed with impeachment trial vs. VP Sara Duterte even if session is on break.
He cited the 1987 Constitution which includes a section on the impeachment process. | via @PaigeJavier
Even if the impeachment trial fails in the Senate, she will ALWAYS be remembered as the first Philippine Vice President who was impeached by the House of Representatives.
#History
For those asking, what happens now? The legis calendar that states that Congress adjourns this week refers to the Senate/HoR acting as a legis body. The Senate as an impeachment court is not bound by this calendar&will have to adopt its own rules&own calendar acting as as such.
magnanakaw, at mamamatay-tao.
The Senate must not falter. This is a moment of truth—will they stand with the people or enable the rot of unaccountability? The country deserves a Senate that will not cower in the face of power. 2/2