Sara Duterte impeachment case down to one charge of unexplained wealth
House prosecutors have withdrawn three impeachment charges against Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, leaving only the charge of unexplained wealth. Duterte's defense team had prior knowledge of the potential move, according to her lawyers.
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