Hinimok ni Senate President Chiz Escudero ang mga senador na iwasang magbigay ng pampublikong komento o pahayag hinggil sa mga alegasyon sa impeachment ni Vice President Sara Duterte.
Ginawa ni Escudero ang pahayag matapos maghain ng impeachment complaint laban kay Duterte.
“In light of this development, I reiterate my call to my colleagues in the Senate to refrain from making any public comments or statements regarding the allegations in the complaint’s articles of impeachment.”
“Should the Senate be called upon to act as an impeachment court, any perception of bias or pre-judgment would undermine not only the integrity of the impeachment trial but also the public’s trust in the Senate as an institution,” dagdag ng Senate President.
Bukod dito, sinabi ni Escudero na dapat manatiling walang kinikilingan ang mga senador hinggil sa impeachment complaint.
“While impeachment is often described as a political exercise, it is crucial that members of the Senate approach it with the impartiality and objectivity demanded of us. We must remain steadfast in upholding the principles of justice and fairness, ensuring that every step of the process adheres to the Rule of Law. This is what justice requires. This is what our people demand.”
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