Lacson: Witnesses may face contempt over impeachment trial ‘mockery’

Inquirer.net - Nov 10, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Senator-judge Panfilo Lacson on Tuesday reminded witnesses that the Senate Impeachment Court has the power to cite them for contempt if they make a “mockery” of its proceedings. This comes a day after the testimony of the first defense witness in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, Davao City Assessor

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Nov 10, 2026

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