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Lawmakers dispute Escudero’s claim that Sara Duterte impeachment trial 'not urgent’
Makabayan lawmakers are criticizing Senate President Chiz Escudero for not recognizing the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte as a "special" matter warranting a special session.
According to ACT Teachers Party-list Rep. France Castro, Gabriela Women's Party Party-list Rep. Arlene Brosas, and Kabataan Party-list Rep. Raoul Manuel, Escudero's stance is legally unsound and serves as a shield for the Vice President.
Castro emphasized that impeachment is a special constitutional process designed to hold high-ranking officials accountable.
Brosas questioned Escudero's logic, asking what process would be considered special if impeachment, concerning the accountability of the second highest official, is not.
Manuel added that each day that passes delays justice and strengthens Duterte's position.
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Senate President Francis Escudero has decided against calling for a special Senate session to expedite the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, citing the Philippine Constitution that special sessions should only be convened for urgent legislative matters.
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Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero confirmed that the Senate will proceed with the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, unless the Supreme Court intervenes.
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Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero stated that a signature campaign will not force the Senate to expedite the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, emphasizing adherence to the law.
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