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Duterte defense summons 25 witnesses in impeachment wealth case
Vice President Sara Duterte's legal team has requested subpoenas for 25 witnesses as part of her defense strategy in the ongoing impeachment trial. The Senate impeachment court confirmed the request filed November 4, with the defense set to present exhibits starting November 9.
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MANILA – The Senate impeachment court has confirmed that Vice President Sara Duterte's defense team submitted a request for 25 witness subpoenas on November 4 in connection with allegations concerning unexplained wealth, according to court records released Thursday.
The move comes as Duterte's lawyers prepare to present exhibits in her impeachment case, with the presentation scheduled to run from November 9 to November 13. The witnesses are expected to provide testimony related to the vice president's financial holdings and asset declarations under scrutiny in the proceedings.
The impeachment trial has centered on questions regarding the source and documentation of Duterte's accumulated wealth. The defense's decision to call 25 witnesses represents a comprehensive strategy to address the allegations through testimony from individuals with potential knowledge of her financial affairs and transactions.
The court's confirmation of the witness requests marks a significant phase in the impeachment proceedings. Both the prosecution and defense will now prepare for the scheduled presentation of evidence and testimony in the coming weeks.