Rep Chua urges Senate to proceed with VP Duterte's impeachment trial

Manila 3rd District Rep. Joel Chua stated on Monday that he is not concerned about the Supreme Court's directive to obtain additional information regarding Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment, emphasizing that the Senate should proceed with the trial without delay.

Chua noted that since there is no temporary restraining order (TRO) issued by the SC, the ongoing trial should continue until the court halts it.

Legal experts expressed mixed views on the Supreme Court's directive, with some warning it could risk delaying or interfering with the Senate trial while others believe the Senate should proceed as there is no legal barrier.

Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima cautioned that the Supreme Court's order could give the Senate a reason to delay the impeachment trial 'out of judicial courtesy,' even without any legal barrier, expressing concern over potential judicial overreach.

The House and prosecution team have vowed to comply with the Supreme Court's directive, which includes providing detailed information on both early complaints filed by private citizens and the final Articles of Impeachment sent to the Senate.