Vice President Sara Duterte defends her office’s budget, including the controversial confidential funds, during a budget hearing at the House of Representatives on Aug. 24. Photo courtesy of the House of Representatives

Drieza A. Lininding of the Moro Consensus Group said the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte is crucial for public trust in government officials.

He stressed that examining allegations and evidence is vital since Duterte is a potential presidential candidate in 2028.

Lininding urged Filipinos to closely follow the process, which involves major political figures accused of betrayal of public trust.