Rep. Chua: Delayed VP Duterte impeachment trial risks tampering, witness fear

Updated Fri, February 28, 2025 at 7:42 PM Published Fri, February 28, 2025 at 3:13 PM

Manila Rep. Joel Chua, a House prosecutor, has raised concerns about potential tampering of evidence and witness desertion due to delays in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial.

Chua pointed out that a prolonged timeline, such as the one proposed by Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero starting in July 2025, could compromise the integrity of the case.

He specifically mentioned that the prosecution team fears evidence might be tampered with if the trial is postponed.

Furthermore, Chua expressed worry that witnesses might become scared and refuse to testify if the impeachment proceedings are drawn out.

Despite understanding the Senate President's concerns, Chua emphasized that the prosecution team prefers an immediate commencement of the trial.

He stated that the impeachment process is a constitutional mandate and a duty owed to the people.

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