Gatchalian: 16 votes still needed to convict Sara Duterte

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Gatchalian: 16 votes still needed to convict Sara Duterte

MANILA, Philippines — Amid discussions of what constitutes a quorum at the Senate, 16 votes will still be required to convict Vice President Sara Duterte in an impeachment court, Senate President Pro Tempore Sherwin Gatchalian affirmed on Wednesday. Gatchalian earlier upheld that the 12-person quorum when he was elected is legal, citing a precedent that only counted members capable of physical attendance in plenary; however, this does not apply to the impeachment court. “The rules are clear. And the constitutional threshold — 16 votes — will be faithfully observed. The Constitution is clear. Our duty is to follow the Constitution, […]... Keep on reading: Gatchalian: 16 votes still needed to convict Sara Duterte

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