Manila Bulletin
The plot thickens: Unclear how many Palace bets wil join 'joint presser'
Four presidential candidates, including Senators Panfilo Lacson and Manny Pacquiao, and Manila Mayor Isko Moreno Domagoso, are scheduled to hold a joint press conference on Easter Sunday, April 17.
Former defense secretary Norberto Gonzalez is the fourth confirmed attendee.
Sources suggest the meeting's purpose is to declare an "integrity pledge" for fair and honest elections.
Mayor Domagoso's camp has maintained he will not withdraw from the presidential race.
Vice President Leni Robredo is not expected to attend as she is scheduled to be in her hometown, Naga City.
Senate President Vicente Sotto III, Lacson's running mate, was invited and mentioned that five presidential candidates and their running mates were invited.
Attendees were advised to bring their vaccination cards.
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