Senate President Urges Police to Investigate Threats Against Vice President Duterte Amid Arrest Warrant
Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian has called on the Philippine National Police to investigate claims of threats against Vice President Sara Duterte, emphasizing that her safety must be prioritized regardless of her legal status. This statement follows the issuance of an arrest warrant against Duterte for grave threats and her subsequent decision to post bail rather than be detained. Gatchalian stated that the government must protect all citizens from threats, while noting that ongoing investigations and the impeachment trial cannot be controlled by the Senate. The situation highlights a tense political environment where Duterte faces criminal charges and impeachment proceedings simultaneously.