Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian —Photo by Niño Jesus Orbeta
MANILA, Philippines — Ahead of today’s opening of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, Senate President Sherwin Gatchalian on Sunday said the upper chamber is prepared for all possible scenarios, including her appearance and other events that may cause disruptions.
They include the possible arrest of Sen. Rodante Marcoleta, who is facing a nonbailable plunder charge before the Sandiganbayan, and Duterte’s supporters holding rallies at the Senate premises, where 6,000 policemen will be deployed.
“We are prepared for all possible scenarios, but I do not want to discuss them in public … all scenarios are being considered, including preparations for rallies,” Gatchalian said in an interview with dzBB.
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