Sara Duterte Impeachment Pretrial Continues, Witnesses Identified

The impeachment pretrial for Sara Duterte has wrapped its fifth day, with discussions on extending trial hours and the potential for two witnesses daily. Key witnesses, including Mary Grace Piattos, have been identified, and prosecutors aim to open the Vice President's tax records.

25 Jun, 14:00 — 25 Jun, 19:58

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Why this matters

Access to a public official's tax records can be crucial in impeachment proceedings, potentially revealing financial improprieties or inconsistencies relevant to the charges. This move signifies a key procedural step in the impeachment process against Vice President Duterte, indicating the prosecution's intent to gather and present evidence early.

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The House prosecution panel requested the unveiling of Vice President Sara Duterte’s sealed tax records.
The request was made during an ongoing impeachment pretrial conference.

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The House prosecution panel requested the unveiling of Vice President Sara Duterte’s sealed tax records.

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The request was made during the ongoing pretrial conference.

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ML Representative Leila de Lima stated that opening the box at this stage can help expedite the impeachment proceedings.

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The specific reason for opening the box at this stage, to help expedite proceedings by allowing documents to be marked and identified early.

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RapplerMostly Factual9h ago

Potential witnesses in impeachment trial include Mary Grace Piattos | The wRap

Today’s headlines: Duterte impeachment, Divine Adili, Donald Trump

By Rappler.com

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inquirerMostly Factual3h ago

Luistro: If trial will have longer hours, 2 witnesses daily possible

MANILA, Philippines — The prosecution may be able to present two witnesses on a single day for Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial if the court adopts longer operating hours, lead public prosecutor and Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro said on Thursday. In a press briefing at the Senate after the end of the pretrial conference, Luistro

By mareyes

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philstarMostly Factual7h ago

Sara to testify if needed; Piattos listed as witness

Although criticized for shunning investigations on her alleged wrongdoings, Vice President Sara Duterte will testify in her trial before the Senate impeachment court “if necessary,” according to her legal defense team.

By Bella Cariaso

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First report: Rappler · 25 Jun, 14:00|Full coverage: 3 · 6h|Window: 6h

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Rappler25 Jun, 14:00First to report

Potential witnesses in impeachment trial include Mary Grace Piattos | The wRap

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philstar25 Jun, 16:00

Sara to testify if needed; Piattos listed as witness

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inquirer25 Jun, 19:58Latest update

Luistro: If trial will have longer hours, 2 witnesses daily possible

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The House prosecution panel formally requested the opening of Vice President Sara Duterte's sealed tax records during the pretrial conference.

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Sara Duterte Impeachment Pretrial Continues, Witnesses Identified

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Potential witnesses in impeachment trial include Mary Grace Piattos | The wRap

Luistro: If trial will have longer hours, 2 witnesses daily possible

Sara to testify if needed; Piattos listed as witness

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Potential witnesses in impeachment trial include Mary Grace Piattos | The wRap

Sara to testify if needed; Piattos listed as witness

Luistro: If trial will have longer hours, 2 witnesses daily possible

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