The House prosecution panel has officially filed a motion requesting the Senate to issue a summons for Vice President Sara Duterte, marking a crucial step in the ongoing impeachment proceedings against her.
The motion, submitted to Senate President Francis Escudero, urges the upper chamber to require Vice President Duterte to formally respond to the Articles of Impeachment. Under the proposed terms, she would be given a non-extendible period of 10 days from the receipt of the writ of summons to submit her reply.
This move underscores the urgency of the case as the impeachment process gains momentum. Lawmakers supporting the motion argue that ensuring a timely response from the Vice President is essential in upholding accountability and due process.
The Senate’s decision on the motion will be a pivotal moment in the proceedings, as it will determine the next phase of the trial. Meanwhile, the impeachment case continues to generate intense debate among political analysts, legal experts, and the public, with many closely monitoring its implications for the nation’s leadership.
As the situation unfolds, all eyes remain on the Senate, which will play a decisive role in shaping the trajectory of this high-profile case.
