Lead public prosecutor and Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro —Photo by Niño Jesus Orbeta
MANILA, Philippines — While the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte may initially appear to be far from the pressing needs of Filipinos, Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro said on Monday that it is relevant as it concerns funds that should have been used for government services.
In her opening speech during the first day of the impeachment trial, Luistro—the lead public prosecutor—said that the proceedings’ relevance has been questioned several times now, as it seems not to be the answer that struggling families are looking for.
However, Luistro noted that the impeachment trial does have an effect since it is a measure seeking to ensure accountability in the use of public funds.
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