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Next CSE-PPT: 14 March 2027

When the President of the Philippines is on trial in an impeachment case, who presides over the Senate?

Correct answer: B. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, who shall not vote

Article XI, Section 3(6) provides that when the President is on trial, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court shall preside, but shall not vote. The Senate President would otherwise preside, but the rule avoids any conflict of interest.

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The correct answer is B. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, who shall not vote

Article XI, Section 3(6) provides that when the President is on trial, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court shall preside, but shall not vote. The Senate President would otherwise preside, but the rule avoids any conflict of interest.

Topic: Constitutional Commissions and Accountability of Public Officers MCQs · Subject: General Information