Palace Defers to Ombudsman on VP Duterte's Use of Confidential Funds
Malacañang stated that the Office of the Ombudsman should determine whether Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio should face criminal charges over alleged misuse of confidential funds. The Palace emphasized awaiting the Ombudsman's investigation, noting that evidence from her impeachment trial is expected to be submitted.
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