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Double security measures are being implemented within the Senate premises, with every room where visitors and media are directed being surrounded by security personnel.
As the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte began at the Senate today, tight security was enforced inside and outside the building.
Everyone entering the Senate is required to have their online application approved through the Senate's Visitor Management System (VMS) before being allowed inside the building.
Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Alfred Corpuz earlier said that Philippine National Police (PNP) personnel have been deployed within the Senate premises, in sufficient numbers to ensure the area is safe and secured before the start and until the end of the first day of the impeachment hearing.
According to the PNP, a total of 6,630 personnel from various units will ensure security for the impeachment proceedings.
A special task group has also been activated to monitor police operations before, during, and even at the conclusion of the trial for the vice president.
CCTV cameras have also been added in various strategic locations.
This morning, K-9 units also conducted an inspection, going room by room, including the media rooms where press conferences for the defense and prosecution panels will be held, as well as the plenary hall where the impeachment trial itself will take place at 2PM today.
The PNP said it continues to monitor developments and is prepared to make operational adjustments to ensure the impeachment proceedings remain safe and peaceful.
For now, all eyes are on the arrival of each party's camp.
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Date posted: July 6, 2026 1:48 PM