DOJ urges VP Sara to attend NBI inquiry on 'kill' remark

A top DOJ official on Tuesday urged Vice President Sara Duterte to attend the NBI inquiry into her 'kill' remark against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., despite Duterte's intention to skip it citing legal advice and personal commitments.

DOJ Undersecretary Raul Vasquez emphasized that while the decision rests with her defense team, it is best if she follows the rule of law by appearing before the NBI on Wednesday, December 11.

Duterte faces two impeachment complaints: one from advocacy groups and another from over 70 representatives alleging corruption and misuse of funds.

The Vice President initially requested a rescheduling of her first appearance before the NBI on November 29 but was set to attend this week's scheduled investigation.

This time, Duterte said she would submit an affidavit or position paper instead of appearing in person due to personal commitments such as thanksgiving activities and a burial.

The NBI subpoenaed Duterte under Article 282 of the Revised Penal Code and Section 6 of the Cybercrime Prevention Act for her alleged grave threats, potentially violating the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020.