Duterte faces tough questioning from lawmakers as his bravado falters

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte faced a House committee on November 13, where he struggled to defend his actions during his presidency. His attempts to intimidate lawmakers failed as they effectively used parliamentary rules to challenge him. Duterte's bravado crumbled under questioning about his controversial drug war and extrajudicial killings. Lawmakers pressed him on accountability, leading to contradictions in his statements and revealing his vulnerability. The hearing showcased a shift in power dynamics, with Duterte's tough-guy image diminished. His performance highlighted a disconnect from reality, as he resorted to insults and bluster, failing to regain control of the narrative.