Unrebutted evidence may shape Sara impeachment, says House panelMANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte's failure to directly address impeachment allegations could led to a determination of probable cause, as evidence from complainants may go unquestioned, a lawmaker said. House Committee on Justice Chair Rep. Gerville Luistro (Batangas 2nd District) urged Duterte to attend the panel's March 25 hearing and present her side. It will be unrebutted, in which case, there's a possibility that there is a probable cause," Luistro said in an interview with ANC on Sunday, March 22. She likened the proceedings to a preliminary investigation, where lawmakers assess whether there is probable cause. "Because right now, there is a chance it could be dismissed in the determination of probable cause.

Source: Philippine Star March 22, 2026 15:21 UTC