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Philippines' Marcos approves release of VP Duterte's tax records to impeachment trial
- President Marcos approved releasing Vice‑President Sara Duterte’s tax records to the Senate for use in her impeachment trial, which resumes Aug. 3.
- Duterte is accused of unexplained wealth, misuse of public funds and bribery; the Senate has also subpoenaed bank and anti‑money‑laundering records for her and her husband.
- A conviction (16 of 24 senators) could derail her planned 2028 presidential run and underscores the fallout between Marcos and Duterte after their 2022 joint ticket.
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