Philippines Senate Begins Impeachment Trial of Vice President Sara Duterte

On July 6, the Philippine Senate convened as an impeachment court to try Vice President Sara Duterte, with senators acting as trial judges. Rappler’s special coverage, hosted by columnist John Nery, follows the proceedings through a panel of reporters—Jairo Bolledo, Dwight de Leon, and Patrick Cruz—who provide on‑site eyewitness reporting. The coverage includes real‑time updates and a chat room on the Rappler app, allowing readers to interact with journalists and discuss the trial as it unfolds. The trial is the first impeachment of a sitting vice president in the Philippines, drawing national attention to the process and its potential outcomes.