Mississippi Democrat flips Senate seat in stunning upset
Democrat Scott Colom defeated Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi's US Senate race, becoming the first African-American elected to the chamber…
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Senate impeachment court role 2026
Latest Daily Tribune news and analysis on Senate impeachment court role 2026.
Senate sets evidentiary limits on prosecution’s unexplained wealth case
The Senate impeachment court sets evidentiary limits in the case against Vice President Sara Duterte, admitting financial records while excluding unrelated…
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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 eyes crackdown over absentee members
Several complaints have remained pending before the Senate ethics committee, concerning prolonged absences of lawmakers.
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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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SC seeks comments on impeach petition
The Supreme Court has ordered the Senate impeachment court and the House of Representatives to comment on a petition seeking to halt Vice President Sara…
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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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Palace supports accountability
Malacañang said it will not interfere in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, stressing separation of powers and affirming that the Senate has sole…
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