Sara Duterte trial recap, Aug. 26: Sub judice ruling, 'Lachica spent funds'

Gatchalian says Lachica testimony important in Sara Duterte impeachment trial

Senate President Win Gatchalian said Thursday that Col. Raymund Dante Lachica"s testimony was important in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, saying the Senate may consider compelling him to appear before the court.

Can defense team rein in VP Sara's statements under impeachment trial rules?

As Vice President Sara Duterte's lawyers grapple with the impeachment court's strict enforcement of the sub judice rule, defense spokesperson Michael Poa faces a delicate question: How far can the legal team go in advising its client against making public statements that could violate the court's restrictions?The issue gained urgency after Presiding Officer Sen. Francis "Chiz" Escudero ruled that the impeachment court would strictly enforce the …

Sub judice effect: Sara's defense team considers replacing Poa as spokesperson

MANILA, Philippines – Apart from discouraging both House prosecutors and members of the defense team from giving media interviews, the Senate impeachment court’s sub judice ruling may also lead to the replacement of Michael Poa as defense spokesperson. Speaking to reporters, Poa said he will discuss the latest ruling with Vice President Sara Duterte, adding that the defense team will comply with it. The Senate impeachment court on Wednesday, Aug…

Sara Duterte trial recap, Aug. 26: Sub judice ruling, 'Lachica spent funds'

The impeachment court ruled on the nineteenth day of trial that it would now impose penalties on parties that make public remarks about the case, the same day Vice President Sara Duterte publicly accused the prosecution of resorting to