The Senate of the Philippines, acting as an impeachment court, has seen moderate public confidence according to a recent national survey. Out of 1,487 Filipinos surveyed in August 2026, 53.5% expressed trust in the Senate’s ability to conduct fair proceedings. This figure includes 40.4% who are confident and 13.1% who are very confident in the court’s impartiality.
The survey, conducted by Momentum Research, highlights public sentiment amid ongoing political and economic challenges. The impeachment process has become a focal point of national discourse, with concerns over corruption and governance. Meanwhile, lawmakers have called for a shift from political attacks to greater transparency and systemic reforms.
The Philippines has faced mounting pressure to address corruption, which has worsened alongside an oil crisis impacting the economy. Some legislators, including Legarda, have urged a move toward accountability and structural changes to restore public trust. The impeachment court’s role in this context remains a key topic of debate, reflecting broader tensions between political accountability and institutional integrity.
