Duterte Impeachment: Sotto Explains Legal Uncertainty

Impeachment Trial of VP Duterte: Will it Continue into the 20th Congress? Senator Tito Sotto weighs in on the legal complexities and potential outcomes of the ongoing impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. He clarifies the relevant provisions of the Philippine Constitution and Senate rules, shedding light on the process. "There is a provision in the Constitution," Sotto explains, "that when Congress adjourns sine die, all matters and proceedings shall terminate upon expiration." This raises questions about the trial's continuation. The video offers a clear explanation of the legal framework surrounding the impeachment trial, providing valuable context for the public.