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Duterte standing up for ‘innocent’ Cabinet members: Palace
Malacañang, through Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque, defended President Rodrigo Duterte's criticism of senators investigating the government's P8 billion purchase of medical supplies from Pharmally Pharmaceutical Corporation.
Roque stated that the President was merely standing up for individuals he believes are innocent amidst the ongoing investigations.
He emphasized that if corruption is found, proper charges should be filed and the Ombudsman should be allowed to make a decision.
Roque also mentioned that the President's focus remains on the COVID-19 response and vaccination efforts, despite the ongoing inquiries.
The spokesperson highlighted that the daily number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered has shown a decreasing trend in the last three days, according to government figures.
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