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Prosecution calls for disclosure of Sara Duterte and husband's financial records in impeachment case
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2026-07-15 11:44   Justice   11

Prosecution calls for disclosure of Sara Duterte and husband's financial records in impeachment case

The prosecution team has called for the disclosure of bank and tax records of Vice President Sara Duterte, her husband Manases Carpio, and their affiliated businesses, arguing that this serves the public interest.

This request comes ahead of expected oral arguments on whether the Senate impeachment court should subpoena these records as evidence for Article II of the Articles of Impeachment.

The allegations include amassing unexplained wealth disproportionate to her income, failing to fully disclose assets in SALNs for 2022-2024, and continuing to hold business interests during her vice presidency.House trial spokesperson Zia Alonto Adiong and private prosecutor Benjamin Tolosa Jr.emphasized that allowing access to all relevant documents, testimonies, and witnesses is crucial for accountability.

Tolosa highlighted that impeachment proceedings aim to uncover the truth by examining all evidence, regardless of its potential support for either side.The prosecution's stance aligns with respecting the Senate's constitutional mandate while ensuring transparency.The case has sparked debates on balancing judicial authority with public access to information, as the impeachment process continues to unfold.

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