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Castro hits Escudero for delaying VP Duterte's impeachment trial
House Deputy Minority Leader France Castro asserted that acting on impeachment complaints is a constitutional duty, not a 'cheering contest,' directly addressing Senate President Francis Escudero's remarks.
Castro criticized Escudero for questioning the 'clamor' to expedite the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, stating that the Senate's role is a matter of constitutional obligation.
She emphasized that delaying the impeachment process could potentially benefit the Vice President, who is reportedly exploring legal avenues to stop the trial.
Castro highlighted that the Senate's constitutional responsibility in impeachment cases should remain independent of public opinion or political considerations.
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Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III is pushing for the Senate to convene an impeachment trial for Vice President Sara Duterte in March.
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Senate President Francis Escudero stated that the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte must adhere to laws and procedures to prevent future delays.
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Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero has ordered the organization of administrative support for the Senate to function as an impeachment court for Vice President Sara Duterte's trial.
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Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel urged Senate President Francis Escudero to act immediately on the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte, citing the constitutional mandate for prompt proceedings.
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A lawyer, Catalino Aldea Generillo Jr., has petitioned the Supreme Court to compel the Senate to immediately convene as an impeachment court and begin the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.
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