The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte is set to advance on September 15, 2026, as a new witness takes the stand to address allegations of unexplained wealth.
Atty. Karen Batu, the officer-in-charge of the Records Division at the Office of the Ombudsman, will provide testimony regarding Article 2 of the impeachment case.
Batu's statements will undergo direct and cross-examinations by both prosecution and defense teams, alongside questions from senator-judges.
The Vice President is accused of failing to fully disclose her assets and liabilities in her SALNs from 2022 to 2024.
House prosecution panel
If Batu's testimony concludes within the day, the prosecution will call Atty. Gerardo Del Rosario, a director at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), as their next witness.
Allegations Under Scrutiny
These allegations form a critical part of the impeachment proceedings, which have significant implications for Duterte's political future.
As the trial progresses, it reflects ongoing concerns about transparency and accountability among high-ranking officials in the Philippines.