By Junex Doronio
MANILA – To ensure Vice President Sara Duterte can respond to a subpoena issued by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), the House Committee on Good Government and Public Accountability has postponed its hearing originally scheduled for Friday, November 29, 2024.
Manila Third District Representative Joel Chua, chairperson of the committee probing alleged misuse of the Vice President’s confidential funds, announced the decision during a press briefing on Thursday, November 28.
“Many House members raised concerns about this matter, which led us to decide earlier to postpone the hearing. This allows the NBI investigation to proceed without any interference or excuse,” Chua said.
The subpoena requires Duterte to address allegations that she issued death threats against President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, and Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez.
House Assistant Majority Leader and Taguig 2nd District Representative Pammy Zamora had earlier called for the postponement, urging the committee to allow Duterte to focus on the NBI probe.
“These are serious allegations that demand Vice President Duterte’s full attention and cooperation,” Zamora emphasized.
The House investigation into the alleged misuse of confidential funds is expected to resume after the NBI concludes its inquiry.
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