Activists file second impeachment complaint against Philippine Vice President Duterte over fund misuse

Activists in the Philippines have filed a second impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte, accusing her of misusing 612.5 million pesos ($10.3 million) in government funds. This follows an earlier complaint filed on Monday, which included various allegations against her. The new complaint claims Duterte and her staff submitted false documents to cover up the alleged misuse of confidential funds. It also highlights suspicious expenditures during the 2022 Christmas holidays, including payments for "safe houses" and unspecified confidential information. Duterte has faced political challenges, including a criminal investigation into her threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his allies. The House of Representatives, dominated by Marcos's allies, will review the impeachment complaints, which could take weeks or months.