Power Struggle in the Senate: Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial & Duterte’s Final Will – August to September

In this edition of Sa Totoo Lang, political analyst and host Ricky Rivera breaks down the key political and legal shake-ups shaping the Philippines between August and September 2025. This episode focuses on two major storylines: the high-stakes impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte and the unfolding developments surrounding former President Rodrigo Duterte’s personal affairs.

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The Philippine political stage is heating up. Vice President Sara Duterte is now facing a possible impeachment trial as power blocs within the 28th Congress clash over Senate control. Despite mounting pressure, Duterte appears to retain strong support from allies in both chambers, raising the possibility of her eventual acquittal. The battle for Senate leadership adds another layer to this high-profile legal showdown.

Meanwhile, former President Rodrigo Duterte—now at 80 years old—is reportedly making preparations for the future. Details have emerged regarding his will and estate planning, alongside lingering legal questions about his long-term partners and the status of his common-law relationships. These issues come at a time when concerns over his health and influence have intensified, creating deeper rifts within his political faction.

The episode also takes a global turn. As former U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariffs took effect on August 1, analysts warn of ripple effects that may worsen global inflation. Add to that the peak of the solar maximum and increasingly warm Atlantic currents, and the result could be more intense typhoons and flooding. Experts caution that these environmental shifts may bring severe consequences to the Philippines, Asia, Europe, and beyond—posing significant threats to economies already vulnerable to poverty.

Stay informed with this wide-ranging update on political transitions, legal uncertainty, and environmental risks shaping the Philippines in the months ahead.