De Lima: Duterte Impeachment Trial Must Begin Despite Congress End

De Lima Calls for Duterte Impeachment Trial to Proceed Despite Congress Change Manila, Philippines – Congresswoman-elect Leila de Lima has urged that the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte continue, even if it extends beyond the current 19th Congress. In a recent interview with Rappler, De Lima, who will join the prosecution team in the next Congress, emphasized the legal arguments supporting the trial's continuation. "While it may not be possible to conclude the trial in the 19th Congress," De Lima stated, "it’s crucial to start the process. There are legal arguments that allow it to transition to the next Congress." De Lima's comments highlight the political significance of the impeachment trial and the potential for legal challenges surrounding its timeline. Her involvement in the prosecution adds weight to the calls for the trial to proceed. The situation underscores the complexities of the Philippine political landscape and the ongoing debates surrounding accountability and due process. The upcoming 20th Congress will face the challenge of resolving this significant case, a decision that will have far-reaching consequences for the country's political stability and public trust.