Iloilo Third District Representative Lorenz Defensor has criticized the Senate impeachment court’s decision to send back the articles of impeachment to the House Representatives.
The return of the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte is “illegal and unconstitutional,” according to Defensor.
“The Senate made a dangerous precedent. This is a clear dereliction of duty and a breach of public trust,” he said .
“To remand the case is not an option under our Constitution. The Senate’s role is to either acquit or convict after trial. This move is a blatant violation of our Constitution and a serious blow to our democracy,” Defensor added.
The Ilonggo lawmaker is one of the members of the House prosecution team.
Of the 23 senator-judges, majority or 18 voted to return the impeachment complaint to the House to clarify its constitutionality.IMT
