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Duterte's legal team eyes Madriaga as key defense witness in impeachment case
Vice President Sara Duterte's legal counsel suggested that Ramil Madriaga could serve as a crucial witness for the defense in her ongoing impeachment trial. The development comes as a second perjury complaint has been filed against the former aide.
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MANILA — Atty. Paolo Panelo, representing Vice President Sara Duterte in related legal matters, indicated on Wednesday that Ramil Madriaga may play a pivotal role as a defense witness when the Vice President faces impeachment proceedings.
Panelo's remarks came following the filing of a second perjury complaint against Madriaga, who previously served in Duterte's office. The legal strategist suggested that Madriaga's testimony could prove instrumental in supporting the Vice President's defense during the trial.
The perjury complaints against Madriaga are linked to allegations involving his work with the Vice President. As the impeachment process unfolds in Congress, legal experts anticipate that witness testimony will become increasingly significant in determining the outcome of the case.
Duterte faces impeachment charges in the House of Representatives, marking a significant political development in the Philippines. The proceedings are expected to extend over several months as both the prosecution and defense present their evidence and witness testimony.