The camp of Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. has denounced the terrorist tag on the suspended congressman, saying it was a mere weaponization of the Anti-Terrorism Act. | zacariansINQ
“This latest act on the part of the government against our client, Rep. Arnolfo Teves, comes as no surprise. Since Day One of the Degamo killing, the government has mobilized all the resources at its disposal — starting with immediately tagging Mr.
According to Topacio, the ATC’s resolution marks a “sad day for the Rule of Law” in the country. He said it should serve as a “shocking reminder” to the public that no one is safe if they become a government target.
“I told them I have to make a living, may isa pa akong student , I still have my youngest na kailangan ko pa pagaralin ,” he added.He also said he was shocked that he was designated as a terrorist by the government body, asserting that he was always a “law abiding person” and had never faced any charges regarding political killings.
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