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Trillanes Criticizes Escudero Over Subpoena Handling in Impeachment Case
Former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV has accused Senate Impeachment Court Presiding Officer Francis Escudero of singling him out regarding subpoena issuance, while declining to discuss alleged pressure on prosecutors.
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MANILA — Former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV has directed criticism at Senate Impeachment Court Presiding Officer Francis "Chiz" Escudero over the handling of subpoena issuances during impeachment proceedings, in remarks made during a Friday press briefing.
Trillanes took issue with what he characterized as selective treatment by Escudero regarding subpoena-related decisions. However, the former legislator declined to elaborate on questions surrounding reported pressure allegedly exerted on the prosecution panel during the proceedings.
The criticism comes as the impeachment case continues to draw scrutiny from various quarters. Trillanes' comments reflect ongoing tensions within the Senate Impeachment Court regarding procedural matters and the conduct of the high-stakes trial.
Escudero, in his capacity as presiding officer, has authority over administrative and procedural aspects of the impeachment proceedings. The dispute highlights disagreements over how such powers have been exercised during the course of the case.