MANILA — A majority of Filipinos support holding an impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte, according to the latest OCTA Research Tugon ng Masa (TNM) survey released.

The non-commissioned survey, conducted from March 19 to 25 among 1,200 adult respondents, found that 69% believe Duterte should face an impeachment trial to address allegations against her. Meanwhile, 28% disagreed and 3% were undecided.

The highest level of support was recorded in the Visayas at 83%, followed by the National Capital Region at 81% and Balance Luzon at 69%. Mindanao posted the lowest support at 61%, along with the highest opposition rate at 38%.

Across socioeconomic classes, majority support was observed in all groups, though it was lowest in Class E at 54%.

By age group, support was strongest among Filipinos aged 18 to 24 at 77%, followed by those aged 35 to 44 at 73%. Lower support was seen among respondents aged 45 to 54 at 60%.

The survey also showed higher support in rural areas at 75%, compared to 63% in urban areas. Female respondents recorded 70% support, slightly higher than males at 68%.

Awareness of the impeachment case was high, with 87% of respondents saying they knew about the complaint filed against Duterte. Twelve percent said they were not aware, while 1% were undecided.

OCTA Research said the poll has a ±3% margin of error at a 95% confidence level, with ±6% margins for regional estimates in Metro Manila, Balance Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao.