Palace rejects Sen. Marcos’ bribery claim in Duterte impeachment

MANILA, Philippines — Malacañang on Sunday denied Sen. Imee Marcos’ claim that the administration is coercing lawmakers to vote in favor of the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte. “There is greater credibility when every accusation is backed by evidence,” Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said. She also said some high-ranking officials have become “accustomed to relying merely on speculation.” “It seems FPRRD’s practice of creating intrigue and planting evidence is highly contagious. Do not emulate it!” Castro said, referring to former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, the vice president’s father. In a video statement on Sunday, Sen. Marcos, President Ferdinand […]...

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