The Philippine Senate impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte has encountered procedural friction as prosecution and defense teams clash over the application of the sub judice rule. Despite legal constraints and external pressure, Duterte’s counsel maintains she will not resign from office.

Malacañang on Thursday cautioned against asking misleading questions during the cross-examination of witnesses in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial, stating such questions could lead to incorrect answers.

A defense counsel in the Philippines, Atty. Kristine Ferrer, requested respect for fellow lawyers after remarks made in an impeachment court, following comments described as 'spanking' and 'lecture' by another lawyer.