VP Duterte Impeachment Trial: Day 1 to Focus on Rules, Procedures
The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is set to open on Monday, with the first day expected to focus solely on rules and procedures, not evidence or witnesses. Duterte faces accusations including misuse of confidential funds and ordering the assassination of the President's family.
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