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Duterte's Undeclared Wealth Could Exceed P1.5 Billion, Court Hears
A forensic financial analyst testified Monday that Vice President Sara Duterte may have failed to declare as much as P1.5 billion in wealth between 2022 and 2025. The claim emerged during impeachment court proceedings presided over by Senate President Francis Escudero.
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MANILA — Forensic financial analyst Atty. Alexander Cabrera presented evidence to the impeachment court Monday suggesting that Vice President Sara Duterte's potentially undeclared wealth could reach approximately P1.5 billion across a three-year period. The figure was raised during questioning by Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero, who is overseeing the high-profile proceedings.
Cabrera's testimony focused on examining Duterte's financial disclosures and comparing them against documented transactions and asset accumulation during the 2022-2025 timeframe. The analysis represents part of a broader forensic review being presented to substantiate allegations regarding the accuracy and completeness of the Vice President's wealth declarations.
The testimony adds another significant dimension to the ongoing impeachment case, with lawmakers scrutinizing the financial records of the country's second-highest official. The proceedings have drawn intense public attention as they involve detailed examination of Duterte's personal finances and compliance with declaration requirements.
Escudero's line of questioning sought to establish the magnitude of potential discrepancies between Duterte's officially declared assets and wealth that may have gone unreported during the specified period. The case continues to unfold as the impeachment court hears additional evidence from witnesses and financial experts.