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A House panel has expressed support for a swift impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte, while allies of President Duterte are accused of singling out and discrediting House prosecutors like Attorney Kapunan.
Philippine lawmakers are challenging allegations of budget insertions, questioning how such insertions could have been made when the National Expenditure Program (NEP) was not yet in their possession. A solon dared the accuser to name the House prosecutors involved in the alleged insertions.
The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is ongoing, with discussions focusing on alleged confidential funds and the potential for President Marcos to allow access to financial records. Despite calls to halt the proceedings, the trial continues, with legal experts and politicians weighing in on its progress and potential duration.
Preparations are in full swing for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, scheduled to begin on July 6, with the Senate impeachment court approving 92 trial days. Discussions include potential lower conviction thresholds, rules for private prosecutors, and the opening of tax records, while the Vice President's camp opposes allowing private prosecutors to question witnesses.
House prosecutors completed the pretrial phase for the impeachment of Vice President Duterte, with witnesses including an assaulted sheriff and a VP aide testifying before the Senate.
Debate is intensifying in the Philippines Senate regarding the rules and procedures for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Discussions include whether suspended senators can participate, the role of absent senators, and the sufficiency of evidence related to her wealth.
Vice President Sara Duterte's camp is seeking the dismissal of her impeachment case due to alleged infirmities, while a recent poll indicates 74% of Filipinos support a Senate impeachment trial. Groups are also advocating for ordinary citizens' participation in the potential trial.
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.
Rahul Gandhi has written to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, suggesting he personally meet with protesting students and address their concerns. This comes as students plan to gherao the CM's residence and have urged Gandhi to withdraw government support.
During the impeachment trial of Senator Leila de Lima, the defense team opted to skip cross-examination, citing the questions as 'petty' and useless. House prosecutors proceeded to present their first witness for Article I of the impeachment complaint.
Oral arguments are scheduled regarding House prosecutors' request to subpoena Vice President Sara Duterte's bank records, with the prosecution insisting the documents are relevant even if they predate her vice presidency, raising questions about Philippine tax secrecy.
Preparations are intensifying for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, with the House prosecution panel naming additional lawyers and the Senate discussing a shorter trial duration. Security measures are being heightened, and there are calls for Duterte to personally explain an alleged 'assassin' threat.
Pre-trial proceedings for the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte are facing delays, with both prosecution and defense teams disagreeing on procedures like joint marking of documents and witness identification. The prosecution is seeking more pre-trial days, while the defense requests at least 30 trial days and has refused common markings.
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House prosecutors are dividing their work and preparing for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, with plans to present up to 25 witnesses. Discussions also include the possibility of online participation for senator-judges and taking the case to constituents.
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.
House prosecutors in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte have cautioned that stricter restrictions on public statements could create an 'information vacuum' susceptible to fake news.
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 impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has commenced in the Senate, with Senator Escudero presiding. Prosecutors presented a video clip of Duterte's past remarks, alleging they imply an intent to harm the president, while the defense team held a press conference after the second day of proceedings.
The impeachment pretrial against Vice President Sara Duterte concluded its fifth day, with prosecutors insisting on opening a sealed BIR 'green box' containing tax records. The defense panel filed comments opposing the opening, while the impeachment court was informed that evidence presentation could take 92 trial days.
House prosecutors in the Philippines are preparing to file their pretrial brief, outlining their strategy and roadmap for the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has asked the Senate to dismiss her impeachment case, which House prosecutors have criticized as a 'rehash' and an 'evasion' of trial. The request comes amidst ongoing legal proceedings.
House prosecutors are pushing for the full presentation of evidence against Sara Duterte in her impeachment trial, with her bank accounts being cited as potential proof of corruption, while the non-disclosure of these accounts could be fatal to the prosecution's case.
The Supreme Court has nullified former President Duterte's dismissal of Overall Deputy Ombudsman Melchor Carandang, a decision seen by some as a victory for the Ombudsman's independence. This ruling vindicates Carandang, who was removed from office during Duterte's term.