Senate President urges senators to refrain from commenting on Duterte impeachment complaint

Senate President Francis Escudero has called on senators to avoid public comments regarding the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte. He emphasized the need for integrity and impartiality in the Senate's potential role in the impeachment process. Escudero stated that the House of Representatives' endorsement of the complaint initiates a process for accountability among top government officials. He warned that any perceived bias could undermine the Senate's integrity and public trust. The first impeachment complaint against Vice President Duterte was filed by civil society organizations at the House of Representatives. The complaint was endorsed by Akbayan Party-list Rep. Percival Cendaña.