Who Are Part of the Impeachment Court? Meet the 24 Senators Set to Judge Sara Duterte

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In a moment that promises to be a political turning point in Philippine history, the Senate gears up to assume its solemn constitutional role as the impeachment court for Vice President Sara Duterte. Mark your calendars: July 21 is not just another day in politics—it is the day the nation holds its breath.

With the 2025 midterm elections concluded, the Philippine Senate is now composed of 24 seated members, each one carrying the enormous responsibility of serving as a judge in what could be one of the most controversial and consequential trials the country has witnessed in recent memory.

Below is the full roster of senators—both incumbents and newly elected—who will weigh the evidence, interpret the law, and ultimately decide the political fate of the second-highest official in the land.

Returning Powerhouses and Veteran Lawmakers

(Senators currently serving in office)

Alan Peter Cayetano

JV Ejercito

Chiz Escudero

Jinggoy Estrada

Win Gatchalian

Risa Hontiveros

Loren Legarda

Robin Padilla

Raffy Tulfo

Joel Villanueva

Mark Villar

Migz Zubiri

These are the seasoned political figures who have already proven themselves in legislative debates and committee investigations. But in an impeachment court, they are stripped of partisanship—they must judge based solely on the Constitution and evidence presented.

The New Senate-Elect Faces

(Newly elected senators set to assume office before the trial)

Bong Go

Bam Aquino

Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa

Erwin Tulfo

Kiko Pangilinan

Rodante Marcoleta

Ping Lacson

Tito Sotto

Pia Cayetano

Camille Villar

Lito Lapid

Imee Marcos

These figures—some returning, some newcomers—represent a broad spectrum of ideologies and public personas. From hardline conservatives to centrist reformers, the diversity of this impeachment court could make or break the trial's impartiality and outcome.

The High-Stakes Political Climate

This trial is not just about Sara Duterte. It is about the integrity of democratic institutions and the rule of law in a polarized Philippines. With strong political dynasties, alliances, and rivalries all at play, every statement, every vote, and every procedural decision will be watched, analyzed, and remembered.

Will loyalty to party and personality overshadow justice? Or will this group of 24 rise above the noise and deliver a fair verdict based on truth?

What’s Next?

As the trial kicks off on July 21, expect high drama, fiery exchanges, and perhaps, a few unexpected twists. Constitutional experts, political analysts, and everyday Filipinos will be glued to the screens and updates. The senators, now transformed into judges, will have to walk a tightrope between political survival and national duty.

Whatever the outcome, history will remember how these 24 senators carried the weight of a nation's hope—and whether they chose the path of justice or politics.

Stay tuned. The courtroom is about to open, and the eyes of the Filipino people are watching.

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