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Ex-president Duterte 'invaded' Senate's drug war probe, Lacson says
Former Senator Panfilo Lacson expressed that the Senate was "invaded" by former President Rodrigo Duterte during a Senate Blue Ribbon subcommittee probe into the drug war.
Lacson specifically lauded Senator Risa Hontiveros for "steadfastly" defending the Senate's dignity during the hearing.
Lacson acknowledged Duterte's positive contributions during his presidency but also criticized his directives, such as allowing the PNP to accept money from illegal gambling operations.
Lacson stated that his willingness to remain "consistently inconsistent" in fighting for what is right stems from his parents' integrity and courage.
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