Philippine Senate Faces Pressure Amidst Duterte Impeachment Stalemate

Protests Erupt in Philippines Over Slow Pace of VP Duterte Impeachment Trial On June 10, 2025, various groups staged a protest outside the Philippine Senate, expressing their outrage over the perceived slow pace of the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte. The demonstration, which included a prayer vigil, highlighted the protesters' concerns that the trial might not be completed before the end of the current Congress. "We believe the impeachment trial should proceed without further delay," stated Jerome Adonis, Secretary General of Kilusang Mayo Uno, one of the participating organizations. "There are no valid reasons for the Senate to cause such delays." The protesters' signs and chants emphasized their demand for a swift and just resolution to the impeachment case. Adding to the pressure, the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) issued a statement urging senators to allow the constitutional process to proceed without obstruction. The CBCP's intervention underscores the gravity of the situation and the widespread concern over the handling of the impeachment trial. The protest underscores the deep divisions within Philippine society regarding the Vice President and the importance of upholding constitutional processes. The continued demonstrations and calls for action signal that the issue is far from resolved and will likely remain a focal point of political debate in the coming months.