The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte continued on July 7, 2026, with the prosecution team claiming they 'scored points' by presenting videos of Duterte making death threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., his wife, and former House Speaker Martin Romualdez.The trial faced significant legal hurdles as the defense team repeatedly objected to the prosecution's evidence, leading to prolonged debates.

Public prosecutor Lorenz Defensor highlighted the importance of the video evidence in supporting the impeachment case under Article IV (Grave Threats).

Despite the defense's attempts to challenge the authenticity of the videos and the witnesses, the impeachment court overruled their objections, allowing the prosecution to proceed.The trial has been marked by intense legal battles, with the defense arguing that some evidence is misleading or vague.Key witnesses, including NBI agents and officials, are set to testify, with the court considering their compulsion for attendance.The trial's outcome remains uncertain, but the prosecution's strategic presentation of evidence has been a focal point of the proceedings.