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Prosecution says it will comply if Senate requires Duterte camp to present its defense first in impeachment proceedings
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2026-07-25 14:47   Politics   10

Prosecution says it will comply if Senate requires Duterte camp to present its defense first in impeachment proceedings

The news report says that the prosecution panel handling the impeachment proceedings involving Vice President Sara Duterte is prepared to comply if the Senate decides to require the Duterte camp to present its defense before the prosecution formally presents its case.

According to the report, the prosecution stressed that it has 'no hard feelings' about whatever procedural ruling the Senate may adopt and that it is prepared to follow the chamber's instructions.

The statement reflects the prosecution's position that it respects the Senate's authority to determine the rules and order of proceedings during the impeachment trial.

The issue centres on the sequence in which the parties will present their arguments and evidence, a procedural matter that could affect how the trial unfolds but does not change the substance of the impeachment case itself.

By expressing its readiness to comply, the prosecution sought to emphasise its commitment to due process and adherence to the Senate's decisions rather than engaging in disputes over procedure.The report does not indicate that a final ruling has already been made by the Senate regarding the order of presentation.Instead, it highlights the prosecution's willingness to adjust to whatever direction the impeachment court ultimately adopts.

The development forms part of the ongoing impeachment process involving Vice President Sara Duterte, with both the prosecution and the defence expected to follow the procedural framework established by the Senate as the impeachment court.

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