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Peña faces impeachment trial as Argentina denies his entry
Paraguayan president Santiago Peña will defend himself in impeachment trial after Argentina denies he entered the country.
In brief
Paraguayan president Santiago Peña will defend himself in impeachment trial after Argentina denies he entered the country. Paraguayan President Santiago Peña will face impeachment trial as Argentina denies he entered the country. Originally reported by MercoPress.
Impeachment trial set
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña will face impeachment trial after Congress failed to accept his resignation.
Argentina denies entry
Argentina's government states it has no record of Peña entering the country.
Quorum issue
Congress lost quorum when ruling party deputies walked out during session.
Presidential uncertainty
Presidential spokesman and deputy speaker admit not knowing Peña's whereabouts.
Legal consequences
If impeached, Peña loses Senate immunity; if resigned, gains lifetime seat.
Next steps
Senate will begin impeachment trial with Peña present by Friday morning.
What to remember
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña will face impeachment trial as Argentina denies he entered the country.
