WATCH: Judges told to avoid forcing witnesses to make conclusions

MANILA, Philippines — On July 8, 2026, the third day of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, Sen.

Francis Escudero, the presiding officer, reminded senator-judges to avoid asking questions that would force witnesses to make conclusions about the evidence being presented.

Escudero made the reminder after Sen.

Risa Hontiveros asked about the relevance of ...