Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson reaffirmed his unwavering position to respect the Supreme Court’s ruling on the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, even as the House of Representatives filed a motion for reconsideration.
In a statement on Wednesday, Lacson reiterated that his stance remains consistent: to honor the authority of the High Court in matters concerning the legality of the impeachment trial.
“My position to respect and not disobey the Supreme Court ruling on the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte has not changed, and will not change for the same reason which I stated earlier,” Lacson said.
However, the senator acknowledged the strength of the motion for reconsideration filed by the House.
“That said, I read the motion for reconsideration filed by the House of Representatives through Solicitor General Darlene Berberabe, and I would say I am in agreement with my legal staff and other legal observers that it was very well-written and argued why the Court should take a second look at the case at bar,” Lacson stressed.
The impeachment complaint against Vice President Duterte has sparked sharp divisions between the legislative and judicial branches, raising constitutional questions over the separation of powers and the scope of judicial review.
As the Senate prepares to deliberate on the matter, Lacson called for restraint, emphasizing the importance of awaiting the High Court’s final decision.
“As for the impending Senate debate on this issue, it is best to exercise prudence and wait for the Supreme Court to rule with finality,” he added.
The Supreme Court’s initial ruling halted the impeachment proceedings, citing procedural concerns. The House’s motion aims to reverse that decision and allow the process to move forward.
The case remains closely watched, as it may set new legal precedents on impeachment procedures and inter-branch relations.
The Senate is set to tackle the High Court ruling in a plenary session today.