The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte enters Day 42 today, with the defense set to present its fourth witness.
Atty. Suzette Balucanag-Punay, representing Gencorp Industries, Inc. and Metro City Chow Foods Corporation, will testify on corporate matters linked to Duterte.
Balucanag-Punay's testimony will involve submitting certified documents from 2022 to 2025 that may clarify the allegations surrounding Duterte's wealth.
Originally scheduled to testify earlier this week, Balucanag-Punay missed the hearing due to a medical appointment.
Defense Strategy Adjustments
In a notable shift, the defense counsel, Sheila Sison, announced the withdrawal of Punong Barangay Cindy Colina as a witness.
This is of course without prejudice to any subsequent motion that we will make on the court’s taking judicial notice of the geographical divisions with respect to the subject barangay.
Sheila Sison, Defense Counsel
Colina was expected to provide insights related to Matina Crossing in Davao City, including documentation of its creation.
As the trial progresses, the outcomes of these testimonies could significantly impact the impeachment proceedings against Duterte.