By Liza Soriano
MANILA — Senate President Chiz Escudero announced that the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte will begin after President Marcos’ fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA).
Escudero confirmed that the trial will take place during the 20th Congress to allow ample time for preparation.
“Most likely, it will happen when the new Congress begins its functions, meaning after the SONA. I think SONA will be on July 21, so the trial will commence after that,” Escudero said.
The Senate plans to conduct the trial four times a week, potentially lasting five to six hours a day.
“Once the 20th Senate starts, the trial will proceed without further delays,” Escudero added.
The Senate leader assured that the upper chamber will ensure fairness in the trial, based on the evidence presented.
Meanwhile, Escudero stated that there will be no special session held for the trial.
“Who wants us to hold a trial before the elections?” the senator quipped.
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