AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoImpeachment Court Tension: The Senate opened impeachment proceedings for Vice President Sara Duterte as police put Metro Manila and key regions on heightened alert for protests, while House prosecutors formally named a 11-person panel with Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro as lead and vowed to stay near the Senate if hearings start. ICC Standoff Fallout: The Supreme Court fight over Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s ICC arrest bid intensified as his camp argued any arrest needs a local judicial warrant, amid claims of his “escape” and renewed calls for accountability. Politics vs Process: Lawmakers and church groups urged the Senate to proceed without being derailed by leadership turmoil, with critics warning delays would hurt public trust. Local Governance & Economy: Tax relief for micro businesses is being pushed to help small operators cope with economic uncertainty, while Central Visayas reported foreign investment approvals up 35.3% in Q1. Culture & Sports: P-pop group KAIA drew fresh buzz with a “Takedown” cover, and Alex Eala crashed out early at Strasbourg after a three-set loss.
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