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Cassandra Li Ong , the authorized representative of the raided Philippine Offshore Gaming Operator firm in Porac, Pampanga, has sought the Supreme Court's help amid the congressional investigations where she is being pressed to testify.In a 27-page petition for certiorari, Ong asked the SC to direct the Senate and the House of Representatives to honor her right to remain silent and right against self-incrimination during hearings into POGO -related crimes.
Dan Fernandez; and Committee on Human Rights chair Rep. Benny Abante.In a brief statement, Hontiveros said she has yet to receive a copy of Ong's petition."But we stand by the long line of jurisprudence of the Supreme Court upholding the subpoena and contempt powers of the Senate," she said. For his part, Pimentel said, "Let’s await the court action/decision." GMA News Online has sought comment from the other respondents but they have yet to respond as of posting time.
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