Cagayan de Oro Rep. Lordan Suan Opposes Remote Voting for Impeachment Trial
Suan opposes remote voting in Senate plenary or impeachment trial

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Cagayan de Oro Representative Lordan Suan expressed his opposition to remote voting in the Senate for the upcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, emphasizing that it is not part of the established rules. He respects the Senate's autonomy but believes that proper procedures must be followed.
- 01Rep. Lordan Suan is a member of the prosecution panel for Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial.
- 02Suan stated that remote voting is not part of the impeachment rules and should not be allowed.
- 03Concerns were raised by other lawmakers about the Majority bloc's push for remote voting setting a precedent.
- 04The Senate Minority bloc recently walked out in protest against the Majority's motion for remote voting.
- 05The Senate has experienced heightened tensions recently, including a walkout and a gunfire incident within the Senate building.
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Cagayan de Oro Representative Lordan Suan has publicly opposed the Senate Majority bloc's proposal for remote voting during the upcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. In an interview, Suan emphasized that such a method is not included in the established rules for impeachment proceedings, stating, 'Personally, I don't think it should be allowed but that’s up to the Senate to decide.' He expressed confidence that the Senate will make decisions in accordance with the Constitution, while his focus remains on preparing for the trial. Concerns about the implications of remote voting were echoed by other lawmakers, including ACT Teachers party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio, who suggested that it could set a dangerous precedent. The Senate has recently witnessed significant political tensions, culminating in a walkout by the Minority bloc in response to the Majority's push for remote voting. This follows a series of contentious events, including the impeachment of Duterte by the House and a shooting incident within the Senate building, highlighting the charged atmosphere surrounding the impeachment process.
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The opposition to remote voting could influence the procedural integrity of the impeachment trial, affecting how lawmakers engage in the process.
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