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Senators rebut Panelo's criticism over impeachment article dismissals
Multiple senators have challenged Vice President Sara Duterte's spokesperson over his questioning of their response to the dismissal of three of four impeachment articles. The dispute centers on whether constitutional violations occurred in the handling of the case.
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The dismissal of the majority of impeachment articles has become a point of contention between the Vice President's office and lawmakers. Panelo's criticism centered on what he characterized as insufficient scrutiny from senator-judges regarding the disposition of the charges. Multiple senators countered that their decisions were legally sound and procedurally appropriate. The senators emphasized that questions about constitutional compliance should not be directed at them, given that their actions adhered to established guidelines. The dispute underscores the broader political tensions surrounding the Vice President's impeachment case and highlights disagreements over the Senate's role in evaluating such proceedings.