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House prosecutors to weigh calling Duterte aide in impeachment trial
The House prosecution panel said Wednesday it would evaluate whether to call Vice President Sara Duterte's alleged aide Ramil Madriaga as a witness in her impeachment proceedings. The decision comes as Duterte's legal team filed responses related to perjury cases involving Madriaga.
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MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives prosecution panel will conduct a thorough assessment before deciding whether to present Ramil Madriaga as a witness in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, panel members said on Wednesday.
The announcement follows statements from Duterte's legal counsel regarding perjury cases filed against Madriaga, who is identified as an alleged aide to the Vice President. The prosecution panel indicated that the legal complexities surrounding Madriaga's status would factor into their decision on his potential testimony.
Lawmakers overseeing the prosecution have signaled that calling Madriaga to testify could have significant implications for the impeachment case against Duterte. Panelists acknowledged the need to evaluate the strength and relevance of any testimony he might provide before proceeding.
The impeachment trial against the Vice President has drawn intense public attention, with various witnesses and pieces of evidence being considered for presentation. The prosecution panel's deliberation on Madriaga's testimony represents one of several procedural decisions expected in the coming weeks as the trial advances.