# Philippine Senate crisis and Duterte impeachment > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/icc-arrest-warrant-drives-senate-shelter-and-heightened-security-for-expolice-chief-ronald-dela-rosa > Updated: 2026-09-11T11:06:18.000Z. Sources: 170. Developments: 101. The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte continues to focus on the verification of confidential fund recipients and allegations of unexplained wealth. The prosecution expects former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV to testify, a move House members Representative Joel Chua and Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V described as “vital” to Article II of the impeachment articles. Trillanes previously provided materials that AMLC Executive Director Ronel Buenaventura confirmed matched flagged transactions. In parallel criminal proceedings, the Quezon City Regional Trial Court has postponed Duterte’s arraignment on three counts of grave threats. The charges involve 2024 remarks regarding President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the First Lady, and former House Speaker Martin Romualdez. Duterte has denied the allegations, claiming they were taken out of context, and has petitioned the Supreme Court for immunity as a sitting official. Amidst these legal battles, Duterte has raised concerns regarding her personal safety and the reliability of her security detail, suggesting personnel may have been selected by the Marcos administration. She claimed former AFP Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. had provided private assurances in 2024 that no arrest orders would be executed without her knowledge. Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla disputed claims of harassment during the service of a warrant, characterizing police presence as “standard deterrence.” Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro noted that while Duterte has not officially requested a change in her security, she maintains the right to do so if there is a “loss of trust and confidence.” Separately, the Sandiganbayan issued arrest warrants for Martin Romualdez and former Representative Zaldy Co in connection with a ₱7.44-billion plunder case involving infrastructure projects. ## Claims - Gina Acosta admitted to transferring P500 million in cash to Col. Raymund Lachica at the Office of the Vice President. (disputed by 5 sources) - Gina Acosta admitted to handing over P125 million in cash to Col. Raymund Lachica following instructions from Sara Duterte. (disputed) - The Quezon City Regional Trial Court Branch 98 issued an arrest warrant for Vice President Sara Duterte. (corroborated by 32 sources) - Bail has been set at 120,000 pesos for each of the three counts of grave threats. (corroborated by 28 sources) - The alleged threats were directed at President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and former House Speaker Martin Romualdez. (corroborated by 26 sources) - Sara Duterte's legal counsel stated she has no intention of evading the law. (corroborated by 26 sources) - The Department of Justice filed three counts of grave threats against Sara Duterte. (corroborated by 25 sources) - Sara Duterte has denied making the alleged threats. (corroborated by 14 sources) - Sara Duterte posted a total of 360,000 pesos in bail. (corroborated by 13 sources) - The impeachment proceedings against Duterte include allegations of misuse of confidential funds and corruption. (corroborated by 10 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: Philippines House officials question Sara Duterte’s motives and fund handling Philippine House prosecution officials have questioned Vice President Sara Duterte’s motives in calling for President Marcos to resign and cited patterns in her handling of confidential funds. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-house-officials-question-sara-dutertes-motives-and-fund-handling ### 2026-09-09: Sara Duterte disputes security reliability amid claims of political targeting Vice President Sara Duterte has questioned the reliability of her security detail, alleging past assurances of protection while government officials dispute her claims of harassment and lack of evidence. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-disputes-security-reliability-amid-claims-of-political-targeting ### 2026-09-09: Sara Duterte's arraignment on grave threats charges postponed The arraignment of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte on grave threats charges has been postponed by a Quezon City court following a motion by her legal team. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-dutertes-arraignment-on-grave-threats-charges-postponed ### 2026-09-09: Antonio Trillanes IV to testify in VP Sara Duterte impeachment trial Former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV is set to testify in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial regarding allegations of unexplained wealth and flagged bank transactions. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/antonio-trillanes-iv-to-testify-in-vp-sara-duterte-impeachment-trial ### 2026-09-07: Sara Duterte impeachment trial focuses on unverified confidential fund recipients During Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, the PSA testified that over 1,600 confidential fund recipients lack civil registry records, sparking disputes over identity and aliases. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-focuses-on-confidential-fund-payees ### 2026-09-06: Philippines courts issue arrest warrants for Sara Duterte and Martin Romualdez Philippine courts issued arrest warrants for Vice President Sara Duterte over alleged grave threats and for former House Speaker Martin Romualdez regarding a multi-billion peso plunder investigation. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-courts-issue-arrest-warrants-for-sara-duterte-and-martin-romualdez ### 2026-09-06: Sara Duterte posts bail following arrest warrant for grave threats Vice President Sara Duterte posted P360,000 bail following an arrest warrant for grave threats. She expressed distrust in law enforcement, while the PNP and NBI reported no verified threats against her. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-posts-bail-in-quezon-city-grave-threats-case ### 2026-09-04: Sara Duterte posts bail after grave threats arrest warrant issued Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte posted 360,000 pesos bail after a court issued an arrest warrant for three counts of grave threats related to remarks about President Marcos and other officials. 46 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-faces-arrest-warrant-over-grave-threats-case ### 2026-08-31: AFP officers testify in Sara Duterte impeachment trial over DepEd funds AFP officers testified in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial that military certifications were used by DepEd to justify P15.54 million in confidential funds despite no actual funds being received. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-focuses-on-deped-confidential-funds ### 2026-08-27: Sara Duterte demands evidence in impeachment proceedings Vice President Sara Duterte has demanded evidence against impeachment allegations involving misuse of confidential funds, as public belief in her guilt rises following witness testimony. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-demands-evidence-in-impeachment-proceedings ### 2026-08-25: OVP official testifies on Sara Duterte's P125M confidential funds OVP official Lemuel Ortonio testified in an impeachment hearing that VP Sara Duterte personally requested P125 million in confidential funds, which were spent within 11 days in late 2022. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ovp-official-testifies-on-sara-dutertes-p125m-confidential-funds ### 2026-08-25: Sara Duterte impeachment trial focuses on confidential fund allegations The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte intensifies as prosecutors investigate the alleged misuse of P500 million in confidential funds and former security chief Lachica prepares to face 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vp-sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-focuses-on-confidential-funds ### 2026-08-23: Sara Duterte impeachment trial focuses on confidential fund misuse The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte intensifies as witnesses testify regarding the alleged misuse of P500 million in confidential funds and irregular disbursement practices at the OVP. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-resumes-in-philippines ### 2026-08-19: Sara Duterte impeachment trial faces criticism over delays and rhetoric Legal experts urge efficiency in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, while prosecution counsel warns her rhetoric contributes to a culture of violence in the Philippines. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-faces-criticism-over-delays-and-rhetoric ### 2026-08-17: Sara Duterte impeachment trial focuses on confidential fund misuse The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte intensified as former official Gina Acosta testified that Duterte ordered the release of 125 million pesos in confidential funds to a security-off 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-focuses-on-6125m-confidential-funds ### 2026-08-13: Sara Duterte faces impeachment trial and DOJ grave threats complaint Vice President Sara Duterte faces an impeachment trial in the Philippines amid a DOJ grave threats complaint, allegations of sedition, and scrutiny over P612 million in confidential fund expenditures. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-impeachment-court-warns-parties-over-trial-rule-violations ### 2026-08-12: Philippines: Government targets disinformation as impeachment probes examine confidential funds The Philippine government is seeking an NBI probe into disinformation pages, while Senate impeachment hearings reveal auditors did not flag the use of aliases in Vice President Sara Duterte’s confidential fund' 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-government-targets-disinformation-as-impeachment-probes-examine-confidential-funds ### 2026-08-11: Sara Duterte faces grave threat charges in Philippines The Philippine Department of Justice has filed grave threat charges against Vice President Sara Duterte in Quezon City, involving alleged death threats against President Marcos Jr. and his family. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-resumes-over-confidential-funds ### 2026-08-08: Vice President Sara Duterte impeachment trial intensifies over confidential funds The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte escalates as COA auditors testify regarding the alleged unusual encashment of millions in confidential funds for the OVP and DepEd. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-heats-up-over-confidential-funds ### 2026-08-05: Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte faces impeachment trial over confidential fund misuse Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial in the Philippines entered day 13, with COA auditor Roderick Wamil testifying that a suspension notice presumes personal use of P500 million OVP confidential fund 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vice-president-sara-duterte-faces-impeachment-trial-over-confidential-fund-misuse ### 2026-08-03: Vice President Sara Duterte OVP Confidential Fund Spending Scrutinized in Impeachment Trial In Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, prosecutors allege the OVP spent ₱125 million in 11 days, citing auditor Roderick Wamil's claim of prima facie evidence of personal use and lawyer Lorna Kapun 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-hears-testimony-on-vice-president-sara-dutertes-alleged-misuse-of-confidential-fu ### 2026-07-29: Vice President Sara Duterte impeachment trial features LandBank testimonies on P125 million cash withdrawal Former LandBank managers testified that VP Sara Duterte’s office withdrew P125 million in cash, echoing allegations by ex‑aide Ramil Madriaga in her impeachment trial; officials said the transaction was unusual 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vice-president-sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-features-landbank-testimonies-on-p125-million-cash-wit ### 2026-07-29: Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte pushes ICC plea, faces gunman comment controversy and impeachment probe Sara Duterte urged the ICC to free and speed up her father’s trial, warned he could die in detention, condemned a misleading gunman‑hire video, and faced an impeachment tax‑record subpoena; an AI‑generated fake 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-denies-false-rumors-of-fathers-icc-release ### 2026-07-26: Philippines impeachment panel subpoenas VP Sara Duterte’s financial records Philippine impeachment prosecutors clarified they subpoenaed VP Sara Duterte’s bank and tax records based on AMLC evidence, rejecting claims they were “fishing for evidence” after an edited video by Sen. Pia Ca 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-impeachment-panel-subpoenas-vp-sara-dutertes-financial-records ### 2026-07-25: Mayor Sebastian Duterte accuses Marcos administration of targeting Vice President Sara Duterte Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte says the Marcos administration is pursuing impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte to remove a 2028 electoral threat, calling it political intimidation. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mayor-sebastian-duterte-accuses-marcos-administration-of-targeting-vice-president-sara-duterte ### 2026-07-24: VP Sara Duterte's Impeachment Trial Could Affect Her Public Ratings, Officials Say The Senate impeachment trial of VP Sara Duterte started July 6; officials warn her public satisfaction and trust scores may fall if allegations stay unanswered. SWS surveys earlier showed a +31 satisfaction and 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vp-sara-dutertes-impeachment-trial-could-affect-her-public-ratings-officials-say ### 2026-07-21: Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial Intensifies with Financial Subpoenas Philippine Senate impeachment court subpoenaed VP Sara Duterte’s bank, tax and AMLC records, while the NBI escalated its probe into her alleged threats, intensifying the high‑profile trial. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vp-sara-duterte-faces-impeachment-over-alleged-hitman-contract ### 2026-07-21: Philippines Senate Weighs Voting Rules in Vice President Sara Duterte’s Impeachment Trial The Philippine Senate is debating procedural rules in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, including a request by detained Senator Rodante Marcoleta to vote and criticism from Senator Ping Lacson of 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-weighs-voting-rules-in-vice-president-sara-dutertes-impeachment-trial ### 2026-07-18: Philippines Senate to Rule on Subpoena of VP Sara Duterte's Financial Records The Philippine Senate impeachment court will decide on a subpoena for VP Sara Duterte’s financial records amid allegations of unexplained wealth, with prosecutors urging approval and the defence citing due‑proc 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-to-rule-on-subpoena-of-vp-sara-dutertes-financial-records ### 2026-07-16: Philippines Supreme Court dismisses contempt case against critics of VP Sara Duterte ruling The Philippine Supreme Court cleared Richard Heydarian, Rep. Percival Cendaña and Larry Gadon of indirect contempt, ruling their criticism of the court’s decision on VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment is protected,‑ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-supreme-court-dismisses-contempt-case-against-critics-of-vp-sara-duterte-ruling ### 2026-07-15: Philippines VP Sara Duterte impeachment trial sees push for tax records, witness changes, video confession In the Philippines, lawmakers urge President Marcos to release VP Sara Duterte’s tax and bank records, the defense seeks to drop witnesses to speed the impeachment, and prosecutors claim a threat video used by‑ 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-impeachment-of-vp-sara-duterte-narrows-witness-list-probes-financial-activity ### 2026-07-13: Sara Duterte impeachment trial intensifies as prosecutors seek bank record subpoenas Sara Duterte's impeachment trial sees prosecutors push for bank record subpoenas, NBI testimony that the alleged 'Operation Romanov' targeted the Marcoses, and a public opinion split with a narrow prosecution “ 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vp-sara-duterte-faces-impeachment-over-alleged-assassination-plot ### 2026-07-12: Philippines VP Sara Duterte Accused of Threatening President Marcos Jr In the Philippines, Vice President Sara Duterte faces impeachment over alleged threats to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., his wife and former House speaker, with NBI officials calling the threats serious and ​​ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vp-sara-duterte-accused-of-threatening-president-marcos-jr ### 2026-07-11: Philippines Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian Faces Criticism Over Impeachment Trial Leadership Philippine Senate chose Senator Chiz Escudero, not Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian, to preside over Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, sparking criticism from senators including Imee Marcos. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-president-sherwin-gatchalian-faces-criticism-over-impeachment-trial-leadership ### 2026-07-11: Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial advances in Philippine Senate Philippine Senate continues Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, addressing four charges, language objections, and NBI testimony that her threats were “serious, real and actual.” 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-faces-impeachment-trial-in-philippine-senate ### 2026-07-10: Philippines Senator Jinggoy Estrada denied graft case dismissal and barred from VP impeachment trial The Sandiganbayan denied Senator Jinggoy Estrada’s bid to quash a graft case and barred him from joining Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, while he remains detained on plunder charges over flood‑ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senator-jinggoy-estrada-denied-graft-case-dismissal-and-barred-from-vp-impeachment-trial ### 2026-07-07: Vice President Sara Duterte faces impeachment trial in the Philippines Philippines' Vice President Sara Duterte is on trial for alleged threats against the Marcos family and other charges; her defense says the accusations don’t meet the constitutional bar for impeachment, while al 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vice-president-sara-duterte-vows-to-stay-bloodied-but-unbowed-as-impeachment-proceeds ### 2026-07-05: Sara Duterte's Impeachment Trial Starts in Philippine Senate The Philippine Senate began Sara Duterte's impeachment trial on July 6, 2026, alleging corruption, bribery and threats; a two‑thirds Senate vote could remove her and block her 2028 presidential run. 42 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-begins-impeachment-trial-of-vice-president-sara-duterte-1 ### 2026-07-04: Philippines Dismisses Former Senate Sergeant‑at‑Arms Mao Aplasca Philippines Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla dismissed former Senate sergeant‑at‑arms Mao Aplasca, who fired the warning shot in the May 13 Senate shooting, after a prior six‑month suspension. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-dismisses-former-senate-sergeantatarms-mao-aplasca ### 2026-07-03: Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial Begins The Philippine Senate opened a 92‑day impeachment trial on July 6 2026 for Vice President Sara Duterte on four charges, including fund misuse and threats against President Marcos, a case that could affect the 2 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vice-president-sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-begins ### 2026-06-28: Philippines Senate expects seven‑month impeachment trial for Vice President Sara Duterte Philippine Senate President says VP Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, set for July 7, may last seven months, while analysts warn vote counts could be hindered by absent senators. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-expects-sevenmonth-impeachment-trial-for-vice-president-sara-duterte ### 2026-06-28: Philippines VP Sara Duterte impeachment panel rejects free‑speech defense Philippine prosecutors dismissed VP Sara Duterte’s free‑speech defence in her impeachment case, sending the dispute to the Senate court; her legal team called the process flawed and denied financial misconduct. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vp-sara-duterte-impeachment-panel-rejects-freespeech-defense ### 2026-06-25: Philippines Ombudsman orders Cayetano, Padilla to answer obstruction complaint Philippines Ombudsman orders Senators Cayetano and Padilla and ex‑sergeant Aplasca to file counter‑affidavits within 15 days over obstruction‑of‑justice claims tied to Senator Dela Rosa’s escape. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-ombudsman-orders-cayetano-padilla-to-answer-obstruction-complaint ### 2026-06-24: Philippines VP Sara Duterte faces impeachment trial as witnesses testify Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial proceeds, with witnesses ranging from a 2011 punching victim to a non‑existent fund recipient, amid allegations of fund misuse and threats. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vp-sara-duterte-faces-impeachment-trial-as-witnesses-testify ### 2026-06-23: Philippines Senate Pretrial Continues in Vice President Sara Duterte Impeachment Lawyer doubts AMLC data used against Vice President Sara Duterte, while her defense claims sufficient staff for Senate pre‑trial evidence marking; impeachment charges cover unexplained wealth, fund misuse, brib 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-pretrial-continues-in-vice-president-sara-duterte-impeachment ### 2026-06-22: Philippines Senate readies impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte Senate President Gatchalian faces calls to preside over Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial as both sides dispute witness lists and evidence‑marking procedures ahead of a July 6 hearing. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-likely-to-extend-past-september ### 2026-06-21: Philippines House Passes Anti-Political Dynasty Bill The Philippine House passed the Anti‑Political Dynasty Bill (HB 8389) on 3 June, banning close relatives from same‑jurisdiction offices; the Senate still must act, with calls to tighten party‑list rules. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-house-passes-anti-political-dynasty-bill ### 2026-06-21: Philippines confirms no arrest warrant for Senator Rodante Marcoleta Philippine officials say no arrest warrant exists for Senator Rodante Marcoleta despite his claims; a hold‑departure order remains amid plunder and bribery complaints. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-confirms-no-arrest-warrant-for-senator-rodante-marcoleta ### 2026-06-20: Philippines VP Sara Duterte impeachment trial set for July 6 The Philippine Senate set the impeachment trial of VP Sara Duterte to start July 6, permitting surprise witnesses with three‑day notice, while ex‑Senate President Franklin Drilon warned against evidence conceal 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vp-sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-set-for-july-6 ### 2026-06-19: Philippines VP Sara Duterte faces impeachment trial in July The Philippine Senate will start Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial on July 6, with lead prosecutor Gerville Luistro heading an 11‑member panel amid accusations of corruption and debate over the s​ 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vice-president-sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-faces-procedural-clashes ### 2026-06-19: Philippines Senate pushes reforms on hospital detention and political dynasties The Philippine Senate is debating reforms to the Anti‑Hospital Detention Law and an anti‑political‑dynasty bill that could bar relatives from 5,000 elective posts. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-pushes-reforms-on-hospital-detention-and-political-dynasties ### 2026-06-19: Philippines Senate debates vote threshold for VP Duterte impeachment Philippine legal experts dispute whether 16 votes are required to convict Vice President Sara Duterte, with the Supreme Court likely to resolve the issue before the July 6 impeachment trial. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-debates-vote-threshold-for-vp-duterte-impeachment ### 2026-06-19: Vice President Sara Duterte faces impeachment over alleged fictitious confidential fund recipients Vice President Sara Duterte faces impeachment over alleged fictitious confidential fund recipients, with prosecutors claiming ₱612.5 million was misused and criticizing her “above the law” stance. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vice-president-sara-duterte-faces-impeachment-over-alleged-fictitious-confidential-fund-recipients ### 2026-06-18: Senator Alan Peter Cayetano vows anti‑corruption drive after Senate leadership reshuffle Alan Peter Cayetano says his minority bloc will continue anti‑corruption and nation‑building work after a Senate leadership shuffle, and alleges his ouster is tied to Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senator-alan-peter-cayetano-vows-anticorruption-drive-after-senate-leadership-reshuffle ### 2026-06-18: Philippines Senate President Gatchalian Calls for Unity and Targets Absent Lawmakers Philippines Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian seeks to reunite absent senators, end “Senateflix,” and prioritize legislation, zero corruption, and streamlined public service ahead of the new Congress. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-president-gatchalian-calls-for-unity-and-targets-absent-lawmakers ### 2026-06-18: Philippines' Senator Bong Go Not Subject to ICC Arrest Warrant, DOJ Confirms The DOJ says no ICC arrest warrant exists for Senator Bong Go, despite Paolo Duterte’s claim; the ICC has only issued a warrant for Senator Bato dela Rosa. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senator-bong-go-not-subject-to-icc-arrest-warrant-doj-confirms ### 2026-06-17: Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte faces impeachment trial in Senate Philippine VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial proceeds with Drilon warning against hidden facts, Luisto urging a vote count based on present senators, and prosecution submitting stipulations and witness lists. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-vp-sara-duterte-impeachment-trial-advances-with-procedural-updates ### 2026-06-17: Philippine Senate elects new president as Sara Duterte impeachment looms The Philippine Senate ousted Alan Peter Cayetano, installed Sherwin Gatchalian as president, and advanced Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment, with pre‑trial evidence work ongoing ahead of a July 6 trial. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-elects-new-president-after-ousting-duterte-ally-ahead-of-vp-impeachment ### 2026-06-17: Alan Peter Cayetano Steps Down, Becomes Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano concedes the Senate presidency to a new majority and is subsequently named Senate minority leader, as a Supreme Court petition challenges the recent chamber reorganization. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alan-peter-cayetano-steps-down-becomes-senate-minority-leader ### 2026-06-15: Philippines President Marcos calls special congressional session to address Senate deadlock Philippine President Marcos Jr called a June 17 special congressional session to pass key social bills and confirm appointments, amid a Senate leadership dispute that has stalled legislation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-president-marcos-calls-special-congressional-session-to-address-senate-deadlock ### 2026-06-15: Philippines police seize firearms from Senator Bato Dela Rosa Philippine police seized 20 guns from Senator Bato Dela Rosa after his license was revoked over an ICC arrest warrant and urged him to surrender remaining weapons and face legal proceedings. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-police-seize-firearms-from-senator-bato-dela-rosa ### 2026-06-14: Philippines Senator Joel Villanueva pledges to attend special session, could break Senate deadlock Senator Joel Villanueva said he will attend a special session if called, offering the 13th vote needed to elect Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian and end the leadership deadlock, while pledging support for 5. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senator-joel-villanueva-pledges-to-attend-special-session-could-break-senate-deadlock ### 2026-06-12: Philippines Supreme Court dismisses petition challenging 12‑senator quorum in Senate The Philippine Supreme Court dismissed a petition over a 12‑senator quorum, leaving the Senate leadership election of Sherwin Gatchalian in place amid ongoing disputes by Alan Peter Cayetano and others. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-supreme-court-dismisses-petition-challenging-12senator-quorum-in-senate ### 2026-06-12: Jinggoy Estrada's Participation Dispute in VP Sara Duterte Impeachment Senator Jinggoy Estrada says he remains a senator‑judge in VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment, while the House seeks to bar him and lawyers debate if his suspension lowers the 16‑vote conviction threshold. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-debates-voting-threshold-and-presiding-officer-for-vice-president-sara-duterte-impeachme ### 2026-06-09: Philippine Armed Forces Chief Romeo Brawner pledges military stay out of politics amid Senate crisis Philippine AFP chief Gen. Romeo Brawner assures the military stays out of politics, dismisses coup rumors, and says no internal threats were found amid a Senate leadership crisis. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-armed-forces-chief-romeo-brawner-pledges-military-stay-out-of-politics-amid-senate-crisis ### 2026-06-09: Philippines Senate Schedules Pre‑Trial Conference for VP Sara Duterte Impeachment The Philippine Senate set a June 18 pre‑trial conference for VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment, with the trial slated for July 6, and is debating which senator will preside. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-schedules-pretrial-conference-for-vp-sara-duterte-impeachment ### 2026-06-08: Philippine Senate cites historic 12‑senator quorum precedent amid June adjournment The Philippine Senate adjourned on 3 June 2026 after confirming a 12‑senator quorum, citing historic precedents from 2008‑2020. The quorum issue ties to upcoming impeachment proceedings and constitutional rules 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-cites-historic-12senator-quorum-precedent-amid-june-adjournment ### 2026-06-06: Philippine House panel relies on evidence to seek conviction of Vice President Sara Duterte in impeachment trial Rep. Terry Ridon says the House’s case against Vice President Sara Duterte relies on evidence, not Senate leadership changes, as the impeachment trial set for July 6 proceeds. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-house-panel-relies-on-evidence-to-seek-conviction-of-vice-president-sara-duterte-in-impea ### 2026-06-06: Philippine Senator Pia Cayetano Criticized by Actress Agot Isidro Over Senate Lobby Incident Actress Agot Isidro slammed Senator Pia Cayetano for appearing breathless during a June 4 Senate lobby hearing on flood‑control issues, fueling debate amid broader Senate tensions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senator-pia-cayetano-criticized-by-actress-agot-isidro-over-senate-lobby-incident ### 2026-06-05: Philippines Senate ends June 2026 quorum crisis after chaotic walkouts In early June 2026, the Philippine Senate faced a quorum standoff led by Alan Peter Cayetano; a twelve‑senator quorum was upheld, restoring legislative activity and naming Sherwin Gatchalian Acting Senate Pres 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-quorum-dispute-ends-after-june-2026-crisis ### 2026-06-05: Philippine Senate advances impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte Philippine officials prepare for Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, with House prosecutors set to appear before acting Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian amid a leadership dispute and political‑e 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-advances-impeachment-trial-of-vice-president-sara-duterte ### 2026-06-05: Philippine Senate leadership dispute deepens political impasse A Senate leadership shake‑up in the Philippines, called illegal by opposition, has created a quorum dispute and raised fears of economic stagflation. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-leadership-dispute-deepens-political-impasse ### 2026-06-05: Philippines Senate ousts President Alan Peter Cayetano The Philippine Senate declared its leadership vacant, removed Alan Peter Cayetano as president and installed Sherwin Gatchalian as president pro tem, prompting calls for investigations and impeachment hearings. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-ousts-president-alan-peter-cayetano ### 2026-06-04: Philippine Senate leadership battle intensifies after majority shift Philippine Senate faces a leadership showdown as Chiz Escudero’s defection creates a new majority, ousting Alan Cayetano and installing Win Gatchalian, amid disputes over a flood‑control probe. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-leadership-battle-intensifies-after-majority-shift ### 2026-06-04: Philippines Senate names Sherwin Gatchalian acting president after vacancy Former Senate President Franklin Drilon affirmed a 12‑senator quorum declared Senate leadership vacant, installing Sherwin Gatchalian as acting president, while opponents label it an illegal coup. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-names-sherwin-gatchalian-acting-president-after-vacancy ### 2026-06-04: Philippines Senate holds flood control scandal hearing amid leadership fight The Philippine Senate’s flood‑control scandal hearing resumed on June 4, 2026 under the Cayetano bloc, with Senator Pia Cayetano presiding and a clash at the Senate stairs involving interior secretary Jonvic R. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-holds-flood-control-scandal-hearing-amid-leadership-fight ### 2026-06-04: Philippines Senate leadership battle persists after Gatchalian appointment Sherwin Gatchalian says Senate leadership changes were constitutional, but former Senate president Alan Peter Cayetano’s bloc still contests control, keeping the Philippines Senate in a power struggle. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-leadership-battle-persists-after-gatchalian-appointment ### 2026-06-03: Philippine Senate deadlock threatens oil‑price relief measures A Senate deadlock in the Philippines, sparked by a majority walkout after arrests, has halted sessions, prompting President Marcos to warn that delays could impede emergency aid to offset rising oil prices. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-deadlock-threatens-oilprice-relief-measures ### 2026-06-03: Philippine Senator Chiz Escudero Leaves Senate Majority Bloc, Shifts Power Balance Philippine Senator Chiz Escudero quit the Senate majority bloc, calling the deadlock untenable, enabling a quorum shift that reshaped leadership amid a constitutional crisis. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senator-chiz-escudero-leaves-senate-majority-bloc-shifts-power-balance ### 2026-06-02: Philippine Senate clash over Senator Estrada's arrest and protective custody Philippine Senate lawmakers debated the use of protective custody for arrested Senator Joseph Estrada, exposing legal inconsistencies and public discontent over selective justice. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-clash-over-senator-estradas-arrest-and-protective-custody ### 2026-06-02: Philippines NBI files ethics complaint against Rep. Barzaga over Senate shooting claim Philippines NBI director Melvin Matibag filed a House ethics complaint against Rep. Francisco “Kiko” Barzaga for social‑media posts alleging the bureau’s role in an assassination plot during a Senate shooting,​ 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-nbi-files-ethics-complaint-against-rep-barzaga-over-senate-shooting-claim ### 2026-06-01: Philippine Senate deadlock as legal troubles halve majority The Philippine Senate's 13‑member majority is reduced to an 11‑11 split as several senators face arrests and legal cases, jeopardising quorum and legislative action. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-deadlock-as-legal-troubles-halve-majority ### 2026-06-01: Philippine Senate crisis over Senator Bato dela Rosa's protective custody Philippine Senate locked down after Senator Bato dela Rosa was placed in Senate‑protective custody amid ICC warrant concerns, sparking leadership shifts, new voting rules and plunder charges against other sen . 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-crisis-over-senator-bato-dela-rosas-protective-custody ### 2026-06-01: Philippines Senate gunfire incident sparks probe as President calls it fake Gunfire inside the Philippine Senate on 13 May led to a Senate probe, with President Marcos calling the incident fake and the police pledging to cooperate. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-gunfire-incident-sparks-probe-as-president-calls-it-fake ### 2026-05-31: AI‑generated disinformation spikes in Philippines as Senator Bato Dela Rosa faces ICC warrant Generative AI is supercharging Philippine disinformation, flooding social media with AI‑generated content targeting Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa after the ICC confirmed an arrest warrant. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aigenerated-disinformation-spikes-in-philippines-as-senator-bato-dela-rosa-faces-icc-warrant ### 2026-05-30: Philippines NBI defends subpoena of senator Ronald Dela Rosa's wife amid ICC manhunt Philippines' NBI will subpoena senator Ronald Dela Rosa's wife to confirm his alleged Senate escape, amid criticism from Senator Ping Lacson and a continuing ICC‑mandated manhunt. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-nbi-defends-subpoena-of-senator-ronald-dela-rosas-wife-amid-icc-manhunt ### 2026-05-25: Philippines NBI declares Senator Ronald Dela Rosa armed and dangerous in ICC arrest hunt Philippines NBI labels former police chief and Senator Ronald Dela Rosa armed and dangerous, seeks to cancel his firearms licenses, and intensifies the ICC arrest hunt after the Supreme Court rejected a restric 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-nbi-declares-senator-ronald-dela-rosa-armed-and-dangerous-in-icc-arrest-hunt ### 2026-05-25: Philippine Senate shooting sparks political turmoil and intra‑senatorial clashes A Senate sergeant‑at‑arms opened fire in the Philippines Senate, allegedly to aid Senator Dela Rosa’s escape, sparking intra‑senatorial conflict and public outrage. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-shooting-sparks-political-turmoil-and-intrasenatorial-clashes ### 2026-05-24: Philippine Senate leadership shake‑up draws sharp criticism over integrity Winnie Monsod denounced the Philippines Senate's 13‑9 leadership shift and a subsequent gunfire incident, saying it signals a moral collapse and erodes public trust amid ICC and impeachment pressures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-leadership-shakeup-draws-sharp-criticism-over-integrity ### 2026-05-24: Philippine Supreme Court denies Bato dela Rosa's TRO, ICC warrant case remains pending Philippines' Supreme Court denied Senator Bato dela Rosa's TRO, leaving his challenge to an ICC arrest warrant unresolved; officials have declared him a fugitive and ordered his arrest. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-supreme-court-denies-bato-dela-rosas-tro-icc-warrant-case-remains-pending ### 2026-05-23: Philippine VP Sara Duterte confronts impeachment trial amid church calls for accountability and new legal defence team Philippine churches push for Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial while she readies a 16‑lawyer defence team to contest the House‑approved charges. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-vp-sara-duterte-confronts-impeachment-trial-amid-church-calls-for-accountability-and-new- ### 2026-05-22: Senator Bato dela Rosa faces ICC arrest risk as allies warned of prosecution The ICC has issued an arrest warrant for Senator Bato dela Rosa over alleged drug‑war crimes, warning that anyone aiding his evasion could face prosecution, as Philippine officials react. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/senator-bato-dela-rosa-faces-icc-arrest-risk-as-allies-warned-of-prosecution ### 2026-05-20: Philippines orders arrest of ICC‑wanted Senator Ronald dela Rosa Philippines orders police and NBI to arrest Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa after the Supreme Court allows the ICC’s crime‑against‑humanity warrant to be enforced. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-orders-arrest-of-iccwanted-senator-bato-dela-rosa ### 2026-05-18: Philippine DILG delays arrest of Senator Bato Dela Rosa pending Supreme Court order Philippines' DILG says Senator Bato Dela Rosa's ICC arrest is on hold until the Supreme Court decides on the warrant. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-dilg-delays-arrest-of-senator-bato-dela-rosa-pending-supreme-court-order ### 2026-05-18: Philippine Senate shooting suspect tests positive for gunpowder residue NBI volunteer Mel Oragon, arrested after Senate gunfire, tests positive for gunpowder but claims he never handled a gun. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-shooting-suspect-tests-positive-for-gunpowder-residue ### 2026-05-18: Philippines Senate launches impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte amid political turmoil Philippine Senate opened the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, amid a leadership coup and a Senate‑security gunfire incident. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-incident-fuels-criticism-of-alan-peter-cayetano ### 2026-05-15: Senator Ronald Dela Rosa Evades ICC Arrest After Senate Gunfire Incident in Manila ICC‑wanted Senator Ronald Dela Rosa fled the Senate after a gunfire incident, sparking legal and political turmoil in the Philippines. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-senate-president-alan-peter-cayetano-faces-calls-to-resign-amid-shooting-controversy ### 2026-05-14: Philippines AFP chief Romeo Brawner warns of info war over South China Sea, says Marines didn't fire in Senate incident AFP chief Romeo Brawner warns of info war over South China Sea tensions and says Marines didn’t fire in the Senate shooting. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippines-afp-chief-romeo-brawner-warns-of-info-war-over-south-china-sea-says-marines-didnt-fire-i ### 2026-05-13: Senator Ronald dela Rosa flees Senate after ICC warrant and gunfire Senator Ronald dela Rosa escaped the Philippine Senate after gunfire erupted during an ICC arrest‑warrant standoff. 40 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-gunfire-sparks-political-tension-and-icc-scrutiny ### 2026-05-13: Philippine Senate shooting follows ICC arrest warrant for Senator Ronald dela Rosa Armed soldiers entered the Philippine Senate, shots were fired, and the incident follows an ICC warrant for Senator Ronald dela Rosa. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/philippine-senate-shooting-follows-icc-arrest-warrant-for-senator-ronald-dela-rosa --- Cite as: Philippine Senate crisis and Duterte impeachment. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/icc-arrest-warrant-drives-senate-shelter-and-heightened-security-for-expolice-chief-ronald-dela-rosa