The Philippine Star·Philippines·Monday, November 9, 2026 at 01:45 AM UTC

LIVE: Impeachment trial of Sara Duterte, Nov. 9

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The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte resumes Monday, November 9 at 10 a.m., with the defense set to begin presenting its witnesses and evidence.

The trial enters its 16th week after House prosecutors withdrew three of the four articles of impeachment, leaving only Article II, which accuses Duterte of amassing unexplained wealth.

Watch the proceedings live as the Senate impeachment court hears the defense's case.

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