VP Duterte opens defense in wealth trial, eyes 2028 presidential bid
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio's lawyers began her defense Monday in an impeachment trial over allegations of unexplained wealth accumulation, a conviction that could derail her presidential aspirations.
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