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Chua dismisses Panelo's Senate impeachment court criticism as attention-seeking
Manila Representative Joel Chua, a member of the prosecution team in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, suggested that recent statements by Duterte's spokesperson Paolo Panelo criticizing the Senate Impeachment Court were motivated by a desire for media attention.
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Chua made the remarks during a press briefing on Friday, responding to Panelo's statements against the Senate Impeachment Court. The Manila congressman indicated he was willing to acknowledge Panelo's comments if they were indeed intended to draw public attention to the ongoing trial proceedings.
As part of the prosecution team handling Duterte's impeachment case, Chua has been closely involved in the high-profile proceedings that have dominated political discourse in recent weeks. His response reflects the tension between Duterte's camp and the impeachment effort in Congress.
Panelo's criticism of the Senate Impeachment Court has added another layer of complexity to the already contentious impeachment trial. The spokesperson's statements have drawn responses from members of the prosecution team, with Chua's comments marking one of the more direct rebuttals to Panelo's position.
The exchange underscores the broader political divisions surrounding the impeachment case, which has captured significant national attention since its initiation. The trial continues with both the prosecution and defense presenting their respective arguments before the Senate body.