Prosecution to Grill Defense on VP-Linked Properties in Impeachment Trial
Philippine House prosecutors are preparing to question defense witnesses on properties allegedly linked to Vice President Sara Duterte and her family when the impeachment trial resumes on November 9, aiming to probe unexplained wealth allegations.
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