He lamented the economic repercussions of having two impeachment trials this year against Marcos and Duterte, who used to be allies until their political falling out. Ejercito said despite his reservations, he still believed in the constitutional duty of the Senate to “proceed to trial forthwith” in case both impeachment complaints are transmitted by the House. But I’m just airing out my frustration of the implications that this would bring if the impeachment process proceeds for them both,” Ejercito said. Not blocking impeachmentHouse majority leader and Ilocos Norte Rep. Sandro Marcos said yesterday that he is not blocking any impeachment complaint against his father the President. “I cannot stop any impeachment complaint from being referred to the floor or to any committee or the committee on justice,” Marcos said.

Source: Philippine Star January 23, 2026 16:33 UTC