House prosecution narrows down witnesses in VP's secret funds probe
The House prosecution in the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte is nearing the end of its presentation, with only five subpoenaed witnesses remaining. Prosecutors are considering alternative ways to present testimony, taking into account the health of some witnesses.
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