Senate impeachment court presiding officer Francis “Chiz” Escudero calls for civility and professionalism as tensions remain high during Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial. He makes the reminder at the start of the 33rd day of proceedings, warning against “rantings or tantrums” inside or outside the courtroom as emotions run high.
Across the outlets, Escudero’s message is presented as a bid to maintain order and respectful conduct among parties involved in the case. One report emphasizes his call for concerned parties and the public to let civility prevail over “hotheads,” while another highlights the broader context of rising emotions at this stage of the hearings. All accounts frame the statement as a procedural and behavioral reminder by the presiding senator-judge rather than a change to the trial’s legal direction.
The outlets do not report any specific disciplinary action linked to the remarks. Instead, they portray Escudero’s intervention as an effort to reduce escalating rhetoric and ensure participants continue to observe decorum during the impeachment process.
