Prosecution calls PhilGeps chief Rendell Sopeña as new witness in Duterte impeachment
During the 28th day of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, prosecutors introduced PhilGeps Division Chief Rendell Sopeña to testify about government procurement records.
The House impeachment panel brought in Rendell Sopeña, who heads the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System, as its latest witness. Sopeña is expected to submit official procurement documents that may link companies to Vice President Sara Duterte. The testimony comes as the trial enters its fourth week, intensifying scrutiny of the vice president's alleged corporate connections. Lawmakers hope the records will clarify the extent of any wrongdoing. The hearing continues in Manila.
Why it matters
The testimony could reveal whether the vice president used her office to benefit linked companies, affecting public trust in government.
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