Prosecution lawyer says his interview comments were not meant to sway impeachment court
Prosecution counsel Benjamin Tolosa Jr. told reporters his media remarks were intended only as commentary, not as influence on the Senate Impeachment Court handling Vice President Sara Duterte's case.
Benjamin Tolosa Jr., representing the prosecution, clarified that his statements made during press interviews were not aimed at persuading the Senate Impeachment Court to convict Vice President Sara Duterte. He suggested that the full video of his remarks should be reviewed to understand the context. The lawyer emphasized that his comments were meant to inform the public rather than affect the court's decision.
Why it matters
The lawyer’s clarification seeks to keep the impeachment process perceived as impartial and free from media influence.
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