Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial | Aug. 26, 2026
Defense lawyers say social media can amplify stricken remarks and sway public opinion before the impeachment court rules.
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Sara Duterte impeachment trial | Aug. 26, 2026
This report is part of Inquirer’s special coverage of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment proceedings. For real-time updates, follow our live coverage of the impeachment. MANILA, Philippines – The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte enters its 19th day on Wednesday, with the Senate impeachment court set to hear an explanation from House prosecution counsel Amando Ligutan over public statements reportedly related to the proceed…
VP Sara defense raises concerns over ‘suggestive terms,’ public prejudgment in impeachment trial
Warning that statements made in court can quickly spread on social media and potentially shape public opinion before the impeachment court reaches a decision, the defense team of Vice President Sara Duterte has raised concerns over the use of “suggestive terms” during her impeachment trial.During a press briefing on Aug. 25, defense spokesperson Michael Poa said the pervasive influence of social media distinguishes Duterte's impeachment proceedi…
Sara Duterte impeachment trial Day 18: What to expect
Office of the Vice President (OVP) Assistant Chief of Staff Lemuel Ortonio will be called to the witness stand once the impeachment trial resumes at 10 a.m., as confirmed by House lead prosecutor and Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro.
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