Vice President Sara Duterte Highlights Impeachment Contrast with Former VP Jejomar Binay

Vice President Sara Duterte asserted that her political ordeal is distinct from that of former Vice President Jejomar Binay, noting that she has been subjected to impeachment proceedings while Binay was not. She responded to accusations that a firm tied to her and her spouse obtained P319 million from Mainland China and Hong Kong, asking if such transactions are illegal on national-security grounds. The Senate Impeachment Court is hearing the second article of the impeachment, which focuses on her unexplained wealth.

Duterte highlighted the irony of labeling Chinese business a security risk while drug shipments from Laos and Thailand continue to enter the Philippines. Her comments were made at the 91st anniversary of the Office of the President, where she addressed public servants and politicians alike. The Anti-Money Laundering Council confirmed the foreign fund transfers, fueling the ongoing political controversy.