Sub judice effect: Sara's defense team considers replacing Poa as spokesperson

POA. Defense counsel spokesperson Michael Poa holds a press conference at the Senate ahead of the impeachment proceedings, on July 8, 2026.

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'The option would be to look for another spokes. But in the meantime, since there's no new spokesperson yet, I will maintain my job as the spokesperson. But with the ruling now, I think I'll have to have a discussion with her (Duterte) again,' says Michael Poa

The Senate impeachment court's sub judice ruling may lead to the replacement of Michael Poa as the defense spokesperson due to restrictions on discussing the case.

Poa plans to discuss the ruling with Vice President Sara Duterte and acknowledges the need for a spokesperson who can effectively communicate the impeachment process.