Luistro: VP Duterte defense focuses on minor issues, not on main charges

Inquirer.net - Nov 14, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — House lead prosecutor and Batangas Rep. Gerville “Jinky Bitrics” Luistro on Friday expressed disappointment over the defense strategy of Vice President Sara Duterte, saying her lawyers have so far focused on minor expenditures rather than directly addressing the core allegations of unexplained wealth. Speaking after the first week of the defense’s presentation

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