Ridon defends move to drop VP bribery rap; respects Palace view

Inquirer.net - Oct 4, 2026

MANILA, Philippines – Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon responded on Sunday to the Palace’s concern that withdrawing an impeachment article might “shortchange” the public, saying that evidence has already been presented with the Senate sitting as an impeachment court. In a statement, Ridon said he respects Palace press officer Claire Castro’s remark, as he

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