Chiz to preside over Sara impeachment trial anew?
The Philippine Senate is debating who will preside over the upcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. While Senate President Francis Escudero is a rumored candidate, the majority bloc is considering electing a different presiding officer under newly amended rules.
Why it matters
The selection of a presiding officer is a critical procedural step that could influence the political legitimacy and outcome of the impeachment proceedings.
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The article reports on internal political maneuvering without taking a side on the impeachment itself.
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