Sara Duterte impeachment trial faces sub judice ruling

The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has been complicated by a sub judice ruling that restricts public discussion of the case.

Presiding Officer Francis Escudero has told Duterte's defense team to remind their client to follow the rule, while prosecutors have been warned about their own conduct.

An aide to Duterte has been grilled over sealed acknowledgment receipts, and the prosecution has been navigating what one constitutional lawyer called 'a very eloquent way of issuing a gag order.' The trial continues to dominate Philippine politics.