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.
DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon said the case against former lawmaker Zaldy Co over the Oriental Mindoro flood control project is backed by strong evidence and proper investigation procedures.