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The Vote on Chiz: What Constitution says on impeachment trial presider
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Ian Laqui
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The Philippine Senate is embroiled in a constitutional debate regarding the presiding officer for Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial. While the Constitution mandates the Chief Justice preside over presidential impeachments, it remains silent on procedures for other high-ranking officials.
MANILA, Philippines - A constitutional debate took center stage on the opening day of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial on Monday, July 6, after senators objected to the election of Sen. Chiz Escudero as the trial's presiding officer.
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