PHVice President Sara Duterte's defense counsel, Atty. Michael Poa, defended the numerous objections raised during the second day of her impeachment trial, calling them 'natural' parts of legal proceedings. Despite most motions being overruled by Presiding Officer Senator-Judge Francis Escudero, Poa emphasized that raising objections is standard practice, particularly regarding 'leading questions' posed by prosecutors during the examination of digital evidence by NBI agent John Mark Calilung. He stated that the focus is on ensuring their positions are 'put on record,' rather than whether objections are sustained. Poa also rejected the notion of counting daily 'wins' or 'losses,' noting that the trial is still in its early stages.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the defense counsel's perspective without overtly favoring either side. It reports on the procedural arguments made by the defense team without taking a clear ideological stance. The framing remains neutral, focusing on legal procedures and the defense's rationale rather than st
