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VP Duterte shifts blame to father over bank records, says lawmaker
Vice President Sara Duterte's response to bank documents bearing her name appeared designed to deflect responsibility toward her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, according to a Bicol party-list representative. The observation came as the impeachment trial against the Vice President continued.
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MANILA — Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon characterized Vice President Sara Duterte's defense strategy regarding bank records as an attempt to shift liability to her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, following her appearance at her ongoing impeachment trial Wednesday.
Ridon made the remarks after Duterte faced questioning about financial documents that carried her name. The Vice President's response pattern, according to the lawmaker, focused on attributing responsibility elsewhere rather than directly addressing the documents themselves.
The comments underscore the contentious nature of the impeachment proceedings against Duterte, who has faced multiple allegations and controversies during her tenure as Vice President. The trial has drawn significant public attention as lawmakers examine various aspects of her conduct and financial dealings.
Duterte has previously faced scrutiny over several matters, including budget allocations and administrative decisions made during her previous role as Davao City mayor. The current impeachment trial represents an escalation in political tensions and represents the second such proceeding initiated against a sitting Vice President in Philippine history.