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Ex-Pres. Rodrigo Duterte offered to pay lawyers for daughter Sara’s impeachment woes
Vice President Sara Duterte welcomed the filing of two impeachment complaints against her, stating she can now finally address the accusations.
The impeachment complaints cite issues concerning the use of confidential funds and her remarks against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and Speaker Martin Romualdez.
Former President Rodrigo Duterte has offered to pay for lawyers to handle the impeachment cases against his daughter.
VP Duterte declined her father's offer, stating that her legal team was already prepared since last year.
She mentioned that the impeachment case will now focus solely on her, excluding her colleagues from the Office of the Vice President and the Department of Education.
Duterte acknowledged the Iglesia Ni Cristo's desire for peace and development, understanding their support for the President and her office.
The Vice President stated she will not be able to attend the National Bureau of Investigation's probe on December 11 due to prior commitments and a scheduled trip to Davao City.
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