PROSECUTOR. Counsel for the prosecution Rep. Chel Diokno makes a manifestation during day six of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on July 15, 2026.
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The prosecution panel is in high spirits after the impeachment court moves to subpoena Duterte's bank and tax records, which the defense team had fought tooth and nail to prevent
MANILA, Philippines – Akbayan Representative and public prosecutor Chel Diokno was in the driver’s seat as he led the prosecution to a crucial win at the impeachment court on Monday, July 20 — the approved request to subpoena Vice President Sara Duterte’s financial records.
“We give credit to Congressman Diokno for the clarity and the sterling soundness of his arguments,” ML Representative and prosecutor Leila de Lima said. “He clearly argued our case, and pointed out the facts and the law.”
