Philippine Senate drops 3 of 4 impeachment charges vs VP Duterte

The Philippine Senate, sitting as an impeachment court, approved the prosecution's withdrawal of three of four charges against Vice-President Sara Duterte, leaving only one charge to be tried. The move, which follows months of evidence presentation since July, could significantly weaken the case and affect her political future, including a potential 2028 presidential run. The remaining charge and the trial's outcome remain uncertain, but the development signals a major shift in the political landscape.