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Palace refutes Roque’s persecution allegation
Malacañang has refuted former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque's claims of political persecution, asserting that the arrest warrant issued against him is valid.
Palace Press Officer Atty. Claire Castro stated that Roque failed to present documents justifying his increased wealth during a congressional hearing.
She emphasized that the arrest warrant was issued by a court, not the executive branch, for a case involving qualified human trafficking.
Roque claimed he was being targeted by the Marcos administration for his ties to the Dutertes.
Castro questioned how political persecution could exist when Roque has not provided the promised documentation or addressed allegations of hidden wealth.
She added that Roque is facing land-grabbing complaints filed with the Ombudsman.
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