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 defended the national police, saying its law enforcement activities remain guided by its legal mandate rather than political interests or affiliations.
AFP Chief Gen. Antonio Nafarrete ordered military commanders in BARMM to remain vigilant to help ensure peaceful and orderly parliamentary elections next month.
Prosecution spokesperson Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong alleged that the AFP was fooled in 2023 while Vice President Sara Duterte was serving as Education secretary.
Malacañang said President Marcos continues directing concerned agencies to accelerate flood control measures in response to public concerns over widespread and recurring flooding.
The Senate impeachment court tightened safeguards against outside coaching after a viral AI-generated image falsely depicted an impeachment witness wearing an earpiece.
The House prosecution panel may reshuffle its spokesperson lineup following the Senate impeachment court’s stricter enforcement of Rule 18 during VP Sara Duterte’s trial.
The Senate is considering simultaneous plenary sessions and budget hearings to keep deliberations on the proposed PHP7.2-trillion 2027 national budget on schedule.
Prosecution members who violate restrictions on public comments should face possible penalties or administrative sanctions, according to House adviser Robert Ace Barbers.
Former Dasmariñas City Mayor Jennifer “Jenny” Barzaga won the Cavite 4th District congressional seat after securing 201,893 votes in a special election.