LIVE: Impeachment Trial of VP Sara Duterte (Day 6) | Jul. 15

Summary

The sixth day of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, focusing on the discussion of subpoenas for financial records and disputes regarding witness presentation.

Highlights

Opening the Session00:03:04

The impeachment court session for Vice President Sara Duterte is called to order with a quorum established and opening prayers.

Senator Manifestations and NBI Concerns00:06:03

Senators Padilla and Cayetano express concerns regarding the potential chilling effect of recent NBI investigations and the integrity of the impeachment process.

Discussion on Subpoenas and Oral Arguments00:34:16

The court officially takes up the motions for subpoenas regarding bank, AMLC, and BIR records. Oral arguments are presented by the prosecution and defense teams.

Prosecution and Defense Oral Arguments00:41:00

Prosecution lead Chel Diokno argues for the necessity of accessing financial records, while defense counsel Michael Poa counters, alleging the requests constitute a fishing expedition violating due process.

Closing Manifestations and Procedural Adjustments01:17:09

Attorneys provide their rebuttals regarding subpoenas and confidentiality. The prosecution officially withdraws several witnesses, and the court advises parties to limit lengthy legal discourses during future sessions.