Estrada faces impeachment trial

Manila - The Philippine Senate started the impeachment trial of President Joseph Estrada on corruption charges yesterday hours…

Manila - The Philippine Senate started the impeachment trial of President Joseph Estrada on corruption charges yesterday hours after a key ally deserted him. With the defection of Senator Francisco Tatad from government ranks, the trial promises to be a cliffhanger.

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