Duterte impeachment trial: Defense witness grilled over China trip, property declarations
A defense witness in the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte faced intense questioning over his alleged lack of recollection regarding a recent trip to China, leading to exasperation from senators. Discrepancies in property declarations were also highlighted, casting doubt on his testimony.
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