The defense argues that the chamber committed a serious error by “categorically disregarding” a medical report detailing Duterte’s declining health and cognitive condition. VP Sara: ‘No plans to change lawyers’Amidst the legal maneuvering, Vice President Sara Duterte, currently in The Hague, addressed concerns from both supporters and detractors regarding the performance of the defense team. In an interview at The Hague with the media, the vice president confirmed that she personally consulted her father about whether he was satisfied with his current legal counsel. He said, no change,” the Vice President shared. As the Appeals Chamber—including Judges Tomoko Akane , Solomy Balungi Bossa , Luz del Carmen Ibáñez Carranza , and Gocha Lordkipanidze —begins its review of the case, the vice president emphasized faith over legal speculation.