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The impeachment trial of VP Sara Duterte continues with prosecution and defense teams debating procedural changes to hasten the process, while public surveys indicate a strong desire for the ruling to be based on law and evidence rather than politics. Discussions also include the financial arrangements for the defense team and the potential testimony of bank managers.
The House prosecution team in Vice President Sara Duterte’s trial is advocating for the use of Filipino and translations for regional languages. This initiative aims to ensure that the proceedings are easily understood by all Filipinos.
The Philippine House of Representatives has recognized Senator Sherwin Gatchalian's leadership in the Senate amidst an ongoing internal dispute. This recognition comes as the House urges the Senate to resolve its row to avoid delays in potential impeachment trials.
The Philippine Senate has formally convened as an impeachment court to begin the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, with House prosecutors entering their appearance and the court issuing a summons for Duterte to respond to complaints. Palace officials stated President Marcos will not interfere in the proceedings.
More private lawyers have joined the prosecution team in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, including a former Supreme Court spokesman and another who fought her father in a legal…
Vice President Sara Duterte is facing criticism, with one lawmaker urging her to stop 'pretending to be nice,' while Duterte herself stated that corruption threatens sovereignty and freedom.
One of the designated spokesmen for the House of Representatives' prosecution team appealed to Senator Panfilo Lacson to remain in the Senate, emphasizing the government's need for public servants of his integrity.
The House of Representatives has sent articles of impeachment against Sara Duterte to the Senate, which is preparing to convene as an impeachment court to hear the case amidst political maneuvering allegations.
The House prosecution team in the Philippines is considering requesting subpoenas to compel the attendance of reluctant witnesses in an impeachment case, a lawmaker stated.
The House prosecution panel is strengthening its team with the addition of private prosecutors as the trial of Sara Duterte approaches.
House prosecutors have finalized assignments and expressed readiness to present evidence in the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte. They affirmed the trial would proceed even if she refuses to appear or resigns.