Duterte Impeachment a “Self-Inflicted Wound,” Allies Warn of Crisis

VP Sara Duterte faces impeachment as Mindanao voters protest

A political firestorm has erupted in the Philippines. At its heart lies a stunning claim. The move to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte was a “self-inflicted wound.” This wound could tear the administration’s alliances apart. The nation watches as a high-stakes impeachment process unfolds. Internal conflict is now out in the open. This situation is […]

The Political Fallout of Sara Duterte’s Impeachment: Impact on the 2025 Philippine Elections

VP Sara Duterte faces impeachment as Mindanao voters protest

The recent impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte has emerged as a pivotal factor in the 2025 Philippine midterm elections, with administration officials now engaged in a heated debate over its impact on their candidates’ performance. Campaign manager Navotas Rep. Toby Tiangco has publicly blamed the impeachment proceedings for the administration’s disappointing election results, particularly […]

“The Impeachment That Cost Votes”: Tiangco Calls Duterte Case a Political Blunder

VP Sara Duterte faces impeachment as Mindanao voters protest

A high-ranking campaign official has called Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment a “self-inflicted wound” that severely damaged the administration’s midterm election prospects in Mindanao. “Once the impeachment complaint was filed, I saw Mindanao solidify against us,” revealed Navotas Rep. Tobias Tiangco, campaign manager of Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas, in a frank radio interview on […]

Impeachment Backlash: How Sara Duterte’s Trial Shook Philippine Elections

VP Sara Duterte faces impeachment as Mindanao voters protest

In a political earthquake that rocked the Philippines, the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte has emerged as the decisive factor behind the Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas’ stunning losses in the 2025 midterm elections. Described as a “self-inflicted wound” by campaign manager Tobias Tiangco, the impeachment not only fractured the administration’s unity but also […]

Duterte Allies Launch Impeachment Bid Against Marcos Over ICC Arrest

Duterte allies Ronald and Duceille Cardema blocked from filing impeachment complaint against President Marcos at Batasang Pambansa

A dramatic power struggle erupted Thursday as former President Duterte’s supporters attempted to file impeachment charges against President Marcos, claiming constitutional violations in Duterte’s transfer to the International Criminal Court. In a bold political move that has intensified the growing rift between two of the Philippines’ most powerful political families, allies of former President Rodrigo […]

Rep. Ronald Cardema and Wife Lead Duterte Allies in Impeachment Attempt Against President Marcos Over ICC Arrest Controversy

Duterte allies Ronald and Duceille Cardema blocked from filing impeachment complaint against President Marcos at Batasang Pambansa

Duterte Supporters Launch Impeachment Bid Against Marcos Over ICC Transfer In a dramatic political move, allies of former President Rodrigo Duterte attempted to file an impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Thursday, accusing him of constitutional violations related to Duterte’s arrest and transfer to the International Criminal Court (ICC). The impeachment effort, led […]

Duterte Allies Bare Impeachment Bid vs Marcos—Filing Stalled in Dramatic Showdown

Duterte allies Ronald and Duceille Cardema blocked from filing impeachment complaint against President Marcos at Batasang Pambansa

A political earthquake rocked Manila on Thursday as allies of ex-President Rodrigo Duterte stormed Congress to impeach his successor—only to hit a wall. At 3:20 p.m., former lawmaker Ronald Cardema and his wife, Duceille Marie, marched into the House of Representatives. Their mission: file a bombshell complaint accusing President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of betraying the […]

Duterte Allies Attempt Impeachment of Marcos Over ICC Arrest – But Face Setback

Duterte allies Ronald and Duceille Cardema blocked from filing impeachment complaint against President Marcos at Batasang Pambansa

In a dramatic twist in Philippine politics, a whisper of dissent turned into a bold challenge on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Allies of former President Rodrigo Duterte stormed the House of Representatives, aiming to impeach President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. They accused him of orchestrating Duterte’s “illegal arrest and transfer” to the International Criminal Court (ICC) […]

Top Officials Face Clock on Duterte Arrest Charges

Five Philippine officials ordered by Ombudsman to respond to Duterte ICC arrest complaint

A storm just hit Manila. The Ombudsman has spoken. Five of the Philippines’ most powerful officials are now in the hot seat. They have only 10 days. Ten days to answer explosive charges about former President Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest. If they don’t, the investigation will move forward without their side. This urgent order targets big […]