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For the nth time, who’s talking to Lacson about withdrawing?
Senator Panfilo Lacson revealed that feelers were sent to him, suggesting he withdraw from the 2022 presidential race in favor of Vice President Leni Robredo.
Lacson believes this initiative aims to create a one-on-one contest between Robredo and leading presidential candidate Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.
Lacson stated that feelers were also sent to other presidential candidates.
Despite these feelers, Lacson and his running mate, Senate President Vicente Sotto III, affirmed they will not withdraw from their respective races.
Robredo's spokesman, Barry Gutierrez, acknowledged that while the campaign had not "officially" sent anyone, some allies might be pursuing this agenda.
Lacson made these statements during a press conference in Cauayan, Isabela.
Recent survey results consistently show Marcos leading the presidential race.
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