The Philippine Senate is currently eyeing July 6 as the tentative start date for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio. According to Senator Erwin T. Tulfo, this timeline emerged during a recent caucus where members of the chamber discussed the procedural roadmap for the upcoming proceedings.
Should the schedule proceed as planned, the impeachment trial would commence ahead of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s annual State of the Nation Address (SONA). This scheduling move highlights the legislative body's focus on prioritizing the impeachment process within its current calendar.
Senators are currently reviewing the logistical and constitutional requirements to ensure that the trial follows due process. As the date approaches, the Senate is expected to provide further clarity on the operational structure of the proceedings. BalitaBNB will continue to monitor updates regarding this developing political situation as more information becomes available.