Objections routine in trial — legal ace
‘Even if the evidence was presented during the trial, if it is not admitted during the formal offer, the Senate cannot consider it when it makes its decision.’
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Senate archives impeachment
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It ain’t over till it’s over
The Senate has 24 members, and two-thirds of 24 is 16. The impeachment court first set the threshold at 16 on 6 July, as soon as the trial began.
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Senate remains committed to impartial, transparent VP Sara impeach trial – spox
The Senate reaffirms its commitment to transparency and impartiality in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, addressing public concerns and…
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SC orders Congress to respond to challenge on Sara impeachment voting rule
The Supreme Court has directed Congress to respond to a petition challenging the revised voting threshold for convicting Vice President Sara Duterte in her…
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Ex-Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Aplasca files counter-affidavit over Senate standoff
Former Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Mao Aplasca refutes direct assault charges in a counter-affidavit filed with the DOJ, addressing allegations from a May 2026…
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DoJ welcomes Senate concurrence on ASEAN extradition treaty
The Department of Justice welcomes Senate approval of the ASEAN Treaty on Extradition, strengthening regional cooperation to prevent fugitives from evading…
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Senate vows stricter spending control
Philippine senators pledge stricter safeguards and greater transparency in the proposed P7.2-trillion 2027 national budget following a Supreme Court ruling on…
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Senators vow tighter 2027 budget safeguards after SC ruling
Senators pledge transparency and strict safeguards in the 2027 budget process after the Supreme Court's ruling on unconstitutional spending in past budgets.…
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Senate backs ASEAN extradition treaty
The Senate's approval of the ASEAN Extradition Treaty marks a significant step in combating transnational crime, ensuring fugitives can no longer evade justice…
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Sara says father ‘extremely proud’ of impeach dismissal
Vice President Sara Duterte shares her father’s pride after the Senate archived impeachment articles against her, while the legal battle continues and…
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