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Prosecutor carries wooden cross during Duterte impeachment trial proceedings
A prosecution counsel was observed holding a wooden cross while examining witnesses during the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday. The prosecutor said the religious symbol provided her with comfort and mental clarity during the high-stakes proceedings.
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MANILA — Atty. Mae Divinagracia, counsel for the prosecution team, was seen carrying a wooden cross during her direct examination of a witness on the 18th day of the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte.
When questioned about the object, Divinagracia explained that the cross served multiple purposes during her participation in the legal proceedings. "It gives me comfort. It gives me confidence, clarity of mind," she said, describing how the religious item helped sustain her focus during the demanding trial sessions.
The impeachment trial has entered its third week of hearings, with prosecution and defense teams presenting evidence and testimonies. Divinagracia's use of the cross during witness examination underscores the intensity and personal toll of the high-profile case against the country's second-highest official.
The trial continues as both sides prepare for further proceedings, with the prosecution maintaining its case against the Vice President.