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VP Sara loses right to reply if summons ignored — Carpio
The Senate impeachment court is awaiting Vice President Sara Duterte's reply to a summons, with the deadline extended to June 23.
According to former associate justice Antonio Carpio, Duterte will waive her right to submit an answer if she fails to file a reply by the deadline.
Carpio clarified that while she would lose the right to file an answer, she could still present evidence.
The impeachment court spokesperson, Atty. Reginald Tongol, stated that proceedings will continue regardless of Duterte's compliance.
The impeachment process has completed its initial steps, including the convening of the court and issuing of summons.
Upcoming steps involve awaiting replies, the Vice President's appearance and plea, preliminary conferences, evidence presentation, closing arguments, and a vote by the senator-judges.
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