Supreme Court Voids Duterte Impeachment Until 2026

The Philippine Supreme Court has unanimously voided the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte, ruling the process unconstitutional because the House of Representatives had already impeached her in February, violating the rule that only one impeachment can occur against an official within a year. Allegations included misuse of funds and threats to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and others. The court clarified that its decision does not exonerate Duterte but blocks any new impeachment attempt until at least February 2026. This comes amid an escalating political feud between Duterte and Marcos. The ruling significantly boosts Duterte’s political prospects ahead of the 2028 presidential election, as a conviction would have permanently barred her from public office. The decision is widely seen as a legal victory for Duterte.