Richard Heydarian is a senior lecturer at the Asian Center of the University of the Philippines and author of "The Indo-Pacific: Trump, China and the New Struggle for Global Mastery."
Sara Duterte's impeachment is critical for both her family dynasty -- and Marcos' administration

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte gestures following her impeachment by the lower house of the Congress at a news conference at her office at Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila on Feb. 7, 2025. © Reuters
Richard Heydarian is a senior lecturer at the Asian Center of the University of the Philippines and author of "The Indo-Pacific: Trump, China and the New Struggle for Global Mastery."