Hontiveros: Too early to predict VP conviction or acquittal in impeachment trial
Senator Risa Hontiveros stated it is too early to determine the number of votes needed for conviction or acquittal in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, emphasizing the ongoing nature of the proceedings.
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