Senate to Decide on Subpoena for VP Duterte in Impeachment Trial
Malacañang stated that the Senate will have the final say on whether to issue a subpoena compelling Vice President Sara Duterte to testify in her impeachment trial. The prosecution may request the subpoena, which would require Senate approval.
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