A bold statement from the Palace: Marcos Jr. takes a hands-off approach to Sara Duterte's impeachment.
In a recent press briefing, the President's stance on the ongoing impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte was made clear. Malacañang, through its Press Officer, Undersecretary Claire Castro, emphasized that President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. intends to let due process take its course.
"The President will not interfere in the hearing's outcome," Castro stated emphatically.
And here's where it gets controversial... The House justice panel, in its deliberations, has found the first two impeachment complaints against the Vice President sufficient in form. However, the panel also ruled that only one impeachment proceeding per year is allowed, as per the Supreme Court's decision. This means that the third and fourth complaints may not proceed, as they would violate this annual limit.
But this is the part most people miss: the requirement for at least one endorser from the House members. This adds a layer of complexity to the proceedings and could potentially impact the outcome.
So, will Marcos Jr.'s hands-off approach allow due process to unfold fairly? Or will this controversial interpretation of the Supreme Court decision shape the outcome?
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