Tag: Francis Escudero
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Senate President Escudero Suggests Pre-Appointment Divestment for PCO Chief Jay Ruiz
Senate President Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero emphasized the importance of divestment from private businesses for individuals transitioning into government roles, such as the newly appointed Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Secretary, Jay Ruiz. Speaking on Monday, March 3, 2025, Escudero highlighted the necessity of mitigating conflicts of interest prior to assuming official duties. Concerns arose after reports…
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Escudero Urges Diligence in Duterte Impeachment Proceedings
MANILA, Philippines — Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero has called for patience and thorough preparation among those pushing to expedite the impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte, cautioning against haste in the politically charged process. Amid mounting pressure from House prosecutors and other groups to convene the Senate as an impeachment court during Congress’…
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Senate President Escudero Dismisses Duterte’s Dictatorship Claims Against Marcos as Inconsistent and Baseless
In a strong rebuttal to former President Rodrigo Duterte’s recent allegations, Senate President Francis ‘Chiz’ Escudero firmly denied any suggestion that President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is veering toward dictatorship. Escudero’s statement came in response to Duterte’s comments made during an indignation rally in Mandaue City on Saturday, where he speculated that Marcos might emulate…
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Senate Showdown: Escudero to Poll Peers on VP Duterte’s Impeachment Trial Schedule
In a dramatic twist in the Philippine Senate, President Francis Escudero announced on February 21, 2025, his intention to consult fellow senators about the timing of Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. This follows a proposal by Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III to convene an all-member caucus and kick off the trial in March,…
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Senate’s Bold Move: Can Act on Impeachment Without Presidential Nod, Says Pimentel
In a striking declaration, Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III has asserted that the Senate possesses the legal authority to proceed with an impeachment complaint independently, without the need for a special session initiated by the President. During his speech at the Kapihan sa Senado forum, Pimentel emphasized that the Senate’s ability to act on…
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Senate Budgets Under P1 Million for VP Duterte’s Impeachment Trial Preparations
Senate President Francis Escudero announced on February 19, 2025, that the Senate has set aside less than PHP 1 million for the upcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. This budget will cover essential items such as identification cards, judicial robes for the senators acting as judges, and legal fees. Escudero made these remarks…
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Pimentel Urges Swift Action on VP Sara Duterte’s Impeachment
Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III has pressed Senate President Francis Escudero to expedite the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, citing the urgency mandated by the Constitution. In a letter dated February 14, Pimentel invoked Article XI, Section 3 of the 1987 Constitution, which stipulates that the Senate must commence a trial immediately…
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Senate President Escudero Schedules Impeachment Trial Post-SONA
MANILA – Senate President Francis Escudero has declared that the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte will commence following President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s third State of the Nation Address (SONA) in July. During a press conference, Escudero confirmed that the impeachment court would begin its session on June 2, refuting claims that the…
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Philippine Senate Releases Impeachment Complaint Against Vice President Sara Duterte
In a significant move, Senate President Francis Escudero disclosed on Monday that the impeachment complaint filed against Vice President Sara Duterte, complete with all its annexes, has been made available on the Senate’s official website for the public to access. This action followed the distribution of the complaint to all 23 senators last week. During…
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Senate President Escudero Confirms Handwritten Signatures on Duterte Impeachment Complaint
Senate President Francis Escudero announced on Monday that all 215 signatures on the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte were handwritten, or ‘wet’ signatures, and not electronic. Escudero emphasized that the verification process involved at least four individuals who each reviewed the signatures at least twice to ensure their authenticity. Additionally, an online application…
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