CBCP urges Senate to push impeachment trial of VP Duterte

The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) on Tuesday urged senators to proceed with the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte without delay.

CBCP President Cardinal Pablo David emphasized that the Senate's constitutional duty to act on impeachment cases is non-negotiable and must be fulfilled within legal bounds guided by moral principles.

Cardinal David stressed that public officials should transcend partisan interests, acting in the spirit of justice and truth, allowing conscience to guide their actions.

Senate President Francis 'Chiz' Escudero took his oath as presiding officer of the impeachment court on Monday, with other senators set to take their oaths on Tuesday.

The CBCP highlighted that delaying the process for political convenience is a betrayal of the Constitution and the people's trust, urging lawmakers to proceed without obstruction.