VP Sara says impeachment complaint 'lacks evidence' as Senate trial continues
Vice President Sara Duterte has dismissed the ongoing impeachment complaint against her as lacking credible evidence. As the Senate trial enters its fifth day, the defense continues to argue that the allegations, which include serious charges of sedition and threats, are based on fiction.
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The impeachment of a high-ranking official like the Vice President significantly impacts national political stability and the integrity of government institutions.
Manila Bulletin - VP Sara says impeachment complaint ‘lacks evidence’ as Senate trial continues
VP Sara says impeachment complaint 'lacks evidence' as Senate trial continues
Duterte maintains the case against her is built on 'fiction, not facts' as her chief of staff, Zuleika Lopez, prepares to testify before the Senate impeachment court
Vice President Sara Duterte said the impeachment complaint against her is "not supported by evidence."
Defense spokesperson Atty. Michael Poa said Duterte was in Manila but had not confirmed whether she would attend Tuesday's hearing.
Duterte was expected to appear at the Senate to support her chief of staff, Zuleika Lopez, who was scheduled to testify for the prosecution.
Vice President Sara Duterte maintains that the impeachment complaint against her lacks credible evidence as the Senate impeachment court continues its evidentiary proceedings. (Mark Balmores / Manila Bulletin/file)
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