Sara Duterte impeachment trial: Article I evidence winds down, focus shifts to conviction votes
The impeachment trial against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is nearing the end of its evidence presentation for Article I, concerning corruption allegations. The prosecution has dropped its remaining witnesses, suggesting they intend to call the Vice President herself to the stand. Meanwhile, for Article II, related to unexplained wealth, a deadline has been set for the defense to respond to requests for admission. The trial's focus is now shifting to the interpretation of the number of votes required for conviction.
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