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Makabayan bloc hits Marcos for 'interfering' in impeachment plans vs. Sara Duterte
The Makabayan bloc in the House of Representatives criticized President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for interfering in legislative affairs, specifically regarding potential impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte.
The bloc stated that the President's public statements discouraging impeachment proceedings constitute undue executive interference, emphasizing the need for Congress to maintain its independence.
Makabayan lawmakers cited the President's confirmation that he had asked House leaders not to pursue an impeachment complaint against Duterte.
The impeachment talks against Duterte reportedly stemmed from alleged irregularities in the use of funds in her offices.
The Makabayan bloc asserted that Malacañang should not dictate how Congress fulfills its mandate to hold corrupt officials accountable.
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House leaders asserted that no impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte are on their agenda, emphasizing their focus on investigating the use of confidential funds.
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