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VP Duterte's defense team to present case starting November 9
Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian announced Monday that Vice President Sara Duterte's defense panel will begin presenting its arguments on November 9, after the House prosecution concludes its case by Tuesday.
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MANILA — Vice President Sara Duterte's legal team will launch its defense presentation on November 9, according to Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian, as the impeachment proceeding moves into a new phase.
Gatchalian disclosed the timeline Monday, noting that the House prosecution panel is expected to complete its arguments by Tuesday. The Senate will reconvene for an impeachment session in the morning on November 9, when the defense will begin its case.
The announcement marks a significant juncture in the impeachment process against the Vice President, with the defense set to respond to allegations presented by the House panel. The structure allows both sides to present their arguments before the Senate votes on whether to proceed with or dismiss charges.
The November 9 session will represent the defense team's opportunity to address the prosecution's claims and mount their legal arguments before the full Senate chamber.