Party-list, NUP and Lakas-CMD coalition pushes charges to looming Senate trial

Last updated: May 07, 2026 | 14:53

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte. AFP

Manila: An early tally at the House of Representatives shows at least 137 lawmakers supporting the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, a number well above the 106 votes needed to send the charges to the Senate for trial.

Party-list Coalition Foundation Inc. (PCFI) secretary general Rep. Jude Acidre said Thursday that about 47 party-list lawmakers are backing the impeachment.

Combined with support from the National Unity Party (NUP) and Lakas-CMD, the total reaches a minimum of 137 votes, he said.

Sara, 47, is the daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, 81.…