Sara receives House invite for impeachment hearing – counselMANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte has received an invitation from the House committee on justice to attend its March 25 hearing on the impeachment complaints filed against her, her counsel confirmed yesterday. “Yes, the invitation was received yesterday,” Michael Poa, spokesman for Duterte’s 16-member defense team, said. Poa, however, did not say whether Duterte would attend the hearing, raising concerns about the defense’s ability to challenge the complainants’ evidence. Bribery deniedAmid the scheduled proceedings, House leaders pushed back against allegations that lawmakers were bribed to support the impeachment. Toby Tiangco in exchange for our judgment, decision or position with regard to this impeachment complaint.

Source: Philippine Star March 20, 2026 16:31 UTC