Barbers: Blue ribbon talks meant to divert attention from impeachment

Former Surigao del Norte Rep. Robert Ace Barbers claims that the Senate blue ribbon committee's hearings, which involve alleged misconduct by 18 Marine officers, are merely a distraction from Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment proceedings. Barbers argues that these discussions, while significant, are being used to shift public focus away from the serious allegations against Duterte. This situation highlights the political maneuvering often seen in high-stakes governmental debates, where issues are redirected to protect key figures from scrutiny.