Sara Duterte trial: Ridon says senator-judges aren’t being influencedHouse prosecutor and Bicol Saro party-list Representative Terry Ridon denied claims by Vice President Sara Duterte that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. controls the Senate and judicial authorities. Ridon asserted that senators serving as judges in Duterte's impeachment trial will base their decisions solely on evidence, rejecting her assertion of external control. Duterte faces impeachment over allegations including misuse of funds, unexplained wealth, bribery, and grave threats. She was recently arrested on charges related to threats made against Marcos Jr. and others, though she has since posted bail.
Bias read (Center): The article presents both Duterte's claims of external influence and Ridon's rebuttal without overtly favoring either side. The framing remains balanced, focusing on the legal proceedings and factual assertions rather than taking a clear ideological stance. The emphasis is on the procedural aspects,
No monitored threats vs Sara Duterte – NBIVice President Sara Duterte claimed she feels unsafe and fears for her life after being charged with three counts of grave threats. She posted bail of PHP 360,000 following an arrest warrant issued by the Quezon City Regional Trial Court. National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag stated that the NBI has not monitored any threats against her life and urged her to share any intelligence reports regarding such threats. Matibag offered to provide Duterte with 24/7 security and expressed willingness to take personal responsibility if any harm occurred to her under their protection. He also warned that Duterte's claim of not trusting the court could lead to legal consequences for her as a lawyer.
Bias read (Center): The article presents both Duterte's claims of feeling threatened and the NBI director's denial of monitoring any threats, without overtly favoring one side. While the situation involves high-profile politics, the reporting remains balanced between Duterte's assertions and the NBI's official stance.
Sara Duterte claims Marcos controls Senate, judges, policeVice President Sara Duterte addressed her supporters regarding her ongoing impeachment trial and criminal cases, stating that she does not feel pressured despite alleging that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. controls the Senate, prosecutors, judges, and police. She expressed confidence in her legal team's ability to defend her, while acknowledging the challenges faced by Filipinos such as flooding, food shortages, and rising costs of living. Duterte was recently issued an arrest warrant for three counts of grave threats related to remarks she made during a virtual press conference in November 2024 targeting President Marcos, his wife, and a relative. These charges are part of the broader impeachment proceedings against her, which also include accusations of misuse of confidential funds, unexplained wealth, and bribery.
Bias read (Progressive): The article presents Vice President Sara Duterte's claims that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. controls key institutions like the Senate, prosecutors, judges, and police. This framing suggests a perception of systemic control by the ruling administration, aligning with a critique of the current power
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