Manila, July 16 -- Malacanang on Thursday said the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte should remain focused on uncovering the truth and not political theatrics, as the proceedings move toward the presentation of evidence related to the alleged misuse of confidential funds.

Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the administration expects the Senate impeachment court to avoid distractions and allow the proceedings to determine the facts surrounding the charges.

"Ang inaasahan po natin ay walang drama, walang pagtatago ng katotohanan at walang pag-iwas sa totoong issue na kinakaharap dito sa impeachment trial (What we expect is no drama, no concealment of the truth, and no evasion of the real issues being tackled in the im...