Castro Denies Palace Is Focusing on VP Duterte Impeachment Over flood control scam

Claire Castro rejected Senator Alan Peter Cayetano's claim that Malacañang is prioritizing the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte over the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee's flood control investigation. The Palace press officer questioned the basis of the allegation, saying the administration has not directed the Senate's agenda and remains focused on performing its mandate while respecting the independence of Congress.