House begins impeach hearings; Sara Duterte absent from proceedings

MANILA, Philippines — The House Committee on Justice formally began the impeachment hearing despite the absence of Vice President Sara Duterte, who did not attend the proceedings. During the hearing on Wednesday, the committee allocated a seat for the vice president, beside Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima.  However, it was left vacant as the panel continued its discussions. READ: LIVE: VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment hearing on March 25 On Tuesday night, Duterte legal team spokesperson Michael Poa confirmed that they have submitted a letter to the committee on justice stating that the vice president will not attend the hearing. […]... Keep on reading: House begins impeach hearings; Sara Duterte absent from proceedings

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