Ridon’s tip to defense: Don’t remove Poa, he’s the best you have

Inquirer.net - Sep 30, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — It will be a loss for Vice President Sara Duterte if lawyer Michael Poa will be the one sacrificed after an internal squabble, as he is the most capable and kindest member of the defense panel, Bicol Saro party-list Rep. Terry Ridon said on Wednesday. Ridon, a member of the public prosecution

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