The Senate impeachment court has approved subpoenas for two former Land Bank of the Philippines branch managers, Violeta Constantino and Nenita Camposano, to appear in the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on July 29.The witnesses are expected to testify on Article I of the impeachment case, which alleges misuse of P612.5 million in confidential funds—P500 million from the Office of the Vice President and P112.5 million from the Department of Education.

Senate presiding officer Senator-Judge Francis Escudero confirmed the subpoenas during Day 9 of the trial, emphasizing that both witnesses will be presented by the House prosecution panel.The court’s decision comes after recalling previous subpoenas as cross-examinations continued.The trial resumes on July 29 following the fifth State of the Nation Address and a counter-SONA by minority senators.The case highlights ongoing political tensions and scrutiny over financial accountability in public office.