Designation of Escudero violates the Constitution, law expert says
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Source: The Manila Times
Published: 2026-07-07 02:12 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Philippines, Law & Courts, World News, Crime & Justice
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THE designation of Sen. Francis Escudero as the presiding officer in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte runs counter to the intent of the framers of the Constitution, and puts the ongoing proceedings at risk of being declared void, an international law expert said Monday.
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