House Prosecutors to Probe P33.35M Surge in VP Duterte's Declared Wealth

House prosecutors are set to investigate the source of a P33.35-million increase in Vice President Sara Duterte's declared net worth from 2021 to 2025. Prosecution counsel and spokesperson Benjamin Tolosa Jr. announced this during a press conference at the impeachment trial proceedings on Tuesday. Tolosa Jr. stated that prosecutors will trace the origin of the wealth surge and determine if the amount can be properly accounted for. The significant increase in declared assets has raised questions, as it appears to exceed what would be expected from her public service salary alone. Public officials in the Philippines are required to declare their assets as a measure to combat corruption and maintain public trust. Allegations concerning the wealth of a high-ranking official like the Vice President are of considerable public interest, and the progress of the investigation is highly anticipated.