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Prosecutors drop three of four charges in Sara Duterte impeachment

Prosecutors in the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte dropped three of four charges to speed up proceedings, and the Senate sitting as impeachment court approved the move.

Why it matters

The trial's outcome could decide whether Duterte can run in future elections and shapes Philippine politics.

Background

Sara Duterte, daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte, was impeached by the House amid a feud with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. She denies wrongdoing.

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  1. Prosecutors drop three of four charges in Sara Duterte impeachment
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