Fifteen representatives from banking and insurance companies were ready to testify as House prosecutors pursued financial records in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial.
Witnesses in the impeachment trial do not automatically receive immunity, but complying with a lawful subpoena may provide a defense against later criminal liability.
Malacañang criticized Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong for allegedly applying a “double standard” to the flood control investigation and VP Sara Duterte's impeachment proceedings.
Malacañang urged Filipinos to carefully scrutinize election surveys and other political information as preparations and discussions surrounding the 2028 elections begin.
Government prosecutors will file a formal comment on Vice President Sara Duterte's motion seeking to quash the grave threats charges before the Quezon City RTC.
Malacañang says confidential funds are not inherently improper when used for legitimate purposes, within an agency's mandate, and properly accounted for.
House prosecutors say Gina Acosta's testimony directly links Vice President Sara Duterte to the alleged turnover of PHP125 million in confidential funds.
Chel Diokno says respect, decorum, and proper conduct should guide the impeachment trial rather than expectations that opposing lawyers should be personally kind.