The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte entered its fifth day with heated legal arguments over her alleged threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.and his family.Prosecutors, including private attorney Benjamin Tolosa Jr.

, argued that Duterte's statements about ordering a 'kill job' on the Marcos family and former Speaker Martin Romualdez were admissions against her interest, emphasizing that she never recanted her claims despite repeated opportunities to clarify.

The defense, led by lawyers Mark Vinluan and Michael Poa, countered that Duterte's remarks were mere responses to questions and not actual threats.

NBI official Jeremy Lotoc accused Duterte of betraying public trust by suggesting violence against the First Family, while private prosecutor Lorna Kapunan criticized the defense for misinforming the public about the legal proceedings.

The impeachment court debated whether the alleged 'Oplan Romanov' threat targeted the President or Vice President, with Senator-judge Alan Peter Cayetano cautioning against premature conclusions.

The trial continues with arguments on subpoenaing Duterte's financial records, highlighting the ongoing legal and political tensions surrounding her case.