Ridon's witty warning to VP Duterte: 'The end is near'
Philippine lawmaker Terry Ridon used wordplay to warn Vice President Sara Duterte that 'the end is near' during an impeachment trial, later clarifying he was referring to the prosecution's evidence presentation. The trial involves allegations of unexplained wealth totaling ₱4.4 billion linked to Duterte and her husband.
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The impeachment proceedings against a high-ranking official represent a significant political development in the Philippines with potential implications for the country's leadership.
Manila Bulletin - Ridon's witty warning to VP Duterte: 'The end is near'
Ridon's witty warning to VP Duterte: 'The end is near'
Terry Ridon cheekily wished VP Sara Duterte "good luck", saying "the end is near" before clarifying he meant the end of the prosecution's evidence presentation.
AMLC records presented at the trial showed about ₱4.4 billion in covered and suspicious transactions involving Duterte and husband Mans Carpio, including transactions linked to Cale88 Foods.
Ridon said the prosecution remains unfazed by Duterte's criticisms and will continue presenting evidence until the very end.
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