Duterte impeachment trial: Sub judice rule should cover VP – lawmaker

In the Philippines, there's debate over whether the Senate Impeachment Court's sub judice rule should apply to Vice President Sara Duterte. Lanao del Sur Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong argues that it should, as the court considers potential violations linked to Duterte's comments on her impeachment case. This issue matters because it touches on the boundaries of political speech and judicial process, raising questions about judicial independence and the role of high-ranking officials in impeachment proceedings. This situation underscores the complexities of balancing free speech with legal proceedings.