Lawyers supporting Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte have called for the Supreme Court to dismiss her impeachment, citing rushed proceedings lacking due process. The impeachment is based on corruption allegations and a supposed assassination plot targeting President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Supporters argue the impeachment is politically motivated, likely intending to disqualify Duterte from a future presidential race. Since her alliance with Marcos has deteriorated since their victory in 2022, concerns have escalated regarding the motivations behind the proceedings. Critics assert that key elements such as deliberation and her right to respond were disregarded.
There was no proper deliberation. There was no proper discussion... The VP was not even summoned to answer for the alleged allegations, so there was no due process at all.
The impeachment proceedings are likely aimed at disqualifying Duterte from the 2028 presidential race.
Duterte claims she was simply venting frustration with the administration...
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