Following the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte in the House of Representatives, several of her political allies have criticized the move, calling it political persecution and a reckless abuse of power. They argue the impeachment is baseless and driven by a desire to sow chaos and disregard the will of the Filipino people.
Following the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte in the House of Representatives, several of her political allies have come forward to oppose the move.
For his part, Davao Del Norte First District Rep. and former House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez told Manila Standard in a text message that the move was very dangerous and its implications as “chaos.” “These lawmakers obviously have not heeded the overwhelming voice of the people opposing the impeachment,” Panelo said in a statement.
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