Opinion[Vantage Point] The day justice died:
When the judiciary blocks a process that demands accountability, it is not upholding the Constitution, it is suffocating it
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Judiciary Blocks Accountability in Duterte ImpeachmentIn 2025, the Philippine Supreme Court halted impeachment over alleged misuse of P612.5M, sparking debates on judicial overreach and trust.
Key FactsAug 10, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The Supreme Court halted the impeachment process against Vice President Sara Duterte by redefining procedural rules, halting the case concerning alleged corruption.
- Charges include failure to account for P612.5 million in confidential funds, with evidence of fabricated receipts involving fictional recipients.
- Legal experts argue the court overstepped its authority, infringing on the legislative branch's constitutional power to initiate and try impeachments.
- This ruling undermines public trust in the judiciary and risks establishing a precedent that limits future accountability mechanisms.
May God have mercy on your decision.— Senator Tito Sotto, referring to the Supreme Court's decision.
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