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Philippine Congressional Committee Recommends Filing of Criminal Charges Against Duterte

Philippine Congressional Committee Recommends Filing of Criminal Charges Against Duterte

By Mong Palatino
The former president's "war on drugs" was marked by "abuse of power and institutional impunity," lawmakers say.

Activists File Second Impeachment Complaint Against Philippine Vice President

Activists File Second Impeachment Complaint Against Philippine Vice President

By Sebastian Strangio
Amid her fiery feud with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., pressure is building for Congress to remove Sara Duterte from office.
Philippine President Discourages Impeachment Bid Against the Vice President

Philippine President Discourages Impeachment Bid Against the Vice President

By Mong Palatino
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has also described his feud with Vice President Sara Duterte and her family as a "storm in a teacup."

Ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Hints at Return to Politics

Ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Hints at Return to Politics

By Mong Palatino
The former president's announcement is a reaction against real and imagined attempts to undercut his family’s political influence.

Philippine Vice President Resigns From Ruling Party Over ‘Political Toxicity’

Philippine Vice President Resigns From Ruling Party Over ‘Political Toxicity’

By Sebastian Strangio
Sara Duterte's resignation from Lakas-CMD followed the demotion of her ally, former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, in the House of Representatives.

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Philippines Congress Officially Proclaims Marcos the Country’s Next President

Philippines Congress Officially Proclaims Marcos the Country’s Next President

By Sebastian Strangio
The proclamation finalizes the return of the divisive Marcos clan to the heights of Philippine politics.

Why the Philippines’ New Anti-Terror Law Would Be a Blow to Rights

Why the Philippines’ New Anti-Terror Law Would Be a Blow to Rights

By Mong Palatino
Critics fear amendments could trample liberties and further enable a descent into dictatorial rule.
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