Prosecution: Strict technicalities could delay Sara Duterte impeachment trial

GMA Network - Oct 6, 2026

The House prosecution on Tuesday said insisting on strict adherence to technical rules in presenting evidence could unnecessarily delay the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

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Prosecution: Strict technicalities could delay Sara Duterte impeachment trial

Oct 6, 2026

Prosecution: Strict technicalities could delay Sara Duterte impeachment trial

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