The Senate impeachment court is preparing for the appearance of Davao City Mayor Sebastian 'Baste' Duterte, who has been subpoenaed to testify in the ongoing trial of Vice President Senate Sergeant-at-Arms retired Gen. Alfred Corpuz confirmed that Baste is required to appear from September 28 to 30. As of Monday morning, there was no confirmation of his attendance.
Corpuz mentioned efforts were underway to coordinate security arrangements for the mayor, indicating that security protocols similar to those for other witnesses will be in place.
There are no security threats.
Retired Gen. Alfred Corpuz, Senate Sergeant-at-Arms
Baste Duterte is expected to present critical records linked to Davao City's dealings with GenCorp Industries Inc. and various Jollibee branches from 2020 onward. GenCorp has been cited as a business interest in Vice President Duterte's financial disclosures.
The House prosecution panel has indicated that it might request the impeachment court to classify Baste Duterte as a hostile witness should he fail to provide the necessary cooperation.