Impeachment Protest Rocks Philippine Senate

Impeachment Protest Grips Philippine Senate: Duterte Trial Demand Intensifies Pasay City, Philippines – June 10, 2025 witnessed a significant demonstration outside the Philippine Senate. Various groups, including Akbayan Youth and Partido Manggagawa, staged a protest demanding the immediate commencement of the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte. The protest, which began at 9:00 AM, continued into the evening, with protesters expressing their lack of faith in the Senate's handling of the case. "Hindi tinantanan ng iba’t-ibang grupo ang Senado hanggang ‘di nila sinisimulan ang impeachment trial ni Vice President Sara Duterte," stated a GMA News report, highlighting the protesters' unwavering commitment. Mark Salazar, a GMA News reporter, provided live coverage from the scene, capturing the energy and determination of the protesters. He interviewed several individuals, including Rafaela David from Akbayan, who expressed deep concerns about the delays and the perceived lack of justice. "Sa bawat araw po na kanila sinuspinde at hindi pinoproseso ang trial ay mga araw at bawat oras din po na kanila ding dine-deny ang aming mga karapatan," David stated, emphasizing the protesters' belief that their rights were being violated. CBCP President, Cardinal David, also issued a statement calling on the Senate to act swiftly. The protest underscores the significant public interest in the impeachment proceedings and the protesters' resolve to see the trial proceed without further delay.