Atty. Michael Poa, spokesperson and member of Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense panel, stated on Monday, November 9, that it is premature to discuss whether the Vice President will take the witness stand in her ongoing impeachment trial.
Speaking to reporters just before the trial resumed following a nearly month-long suspension, Poa noted that the defense is currently focused on presenting its evidence, with Davao City assessor and engineer Jaime Adalin expected to take the stand as their first witness.
“Masyado pang maaga para pag-usapan po ‘yan. First day pa lang ng presentation namin,” Poa said.
“We are ready for today. We are ready for the presentation of evidence, and we’re ready for the rest of the trial,” he added.
The House prosecution panel previously announced last month its intention to present the Vice President during the proceedings.