Sara Duterte impeachment: Defense presents witnesses to counter case

Inquirer.net - Nov 11, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Several prosecutors may have said that the end is near for Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, but this does not mean there will be fewer battles and tense moments, with the defense panel starting to present witnesses meant to demolish the prosecution’s arguments. The defense panel submitted documents to the Senate

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