Representative Diokno emphasized the need to preserve documentary evidence and secure a witness in the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte.
“I respect the Vice President’s opinion about the proceedings. However, my motion is clear: to preserve the documentary evidence and secure a witness so the Committee on Justice can fulfill its duty of assessing the evidence,” Diokno stated.
He added that the Vice President has every opportunity to refute the allegations by submitting her answer and presenting supporting evidence.
“Sa huli, ang ebidensya ang magsasabi kung dapat may pananagutan. At ang impeachment proceeding ang tamang lugar para lumabas ang katotohanan,”
Diokno stressed, underscoring that the process should allow the truth to emerge.
The impeachment case continues to draw national attention, with lawmakers divided on its merits. Diokno’s motion highlights the committee’s responsibility to ensure due process and safeguard the integrity of the proceedings.
