AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoImpeachment Trial: The Senate opened the historic impeachment court trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on July 6, with Duterte absent and her defense saying she will appear through counsel; presiding officer Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero said at least 16 senator-judges votes are needed to convict, while prosecutors urged senators to rule on the evidence and avoid politics. Court Procedure Clash: The prosecution sought reading of the Articles and arraignment on Day 1, but the court denied the motion, and it also ordered the return of a sealed BIR tax-record box to the agency. Political Fallout: Palace spokesperson Claire Castro told Duterte to “practice what she preaches” after Marcos said it would be easier for Duterte to attend, and senators debated whether detained or charged lawmakers can attend or watch via livecast. Public Safety & Health: DepEd reinforced security and psychosocial support at Tacloban’s San Jose National High School after a June 22 shooting; PAP warned against simplistic explanations for youth violence. Weather Watch: Super Typhoon Bavi (Inday) may enter the PAR by Wednesday, with possible wind signals and heavy rains; Marcos ordered whole-of-government preparations. Transport & Local Life: LTO reported 1,108 license suspensions/revocations since Oct 2025; MMDA warned of heavier traffic from ongoing road works.
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