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Gamboa hits revolutionary gov't proponents' political stunt; wants them charged, arrested
The Philippine National Police (PNP) Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) is investigating individuals pushing for a revolutionary government, following an order from PNP chief General Archie Gamboa.
Gamboa accused the proponents of attempting to falsely project government support by leaking invitations to the media.
He stated that the PNP is not involved in the plan and that such political stunts are ill-timed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gamboa confirmed he declined an invitation from the Mayor Rodrigo Roa Duterte-National Executive Coordinating Committee (MRRD-NECC) regarding the proposal.
Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana also confirmed receiving an invitation from the MRRD-NECC.
Lawyers, lawmakers, and Department of Justice Secretary Menardo Guevarra have declared the move illegal and disagreed with the calls for a revolutionary government.
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Interior and Local Government Undersecretary Epimaco Densing III claimed that President Rodrigo Duterte is aware of the group advocating for a revolutionary government, citing that former TESDA chief Gene Mamondiong leads the group and other members are part of the Cabinet.
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Philippine National Police (PNP) chief General Archie Francisco Gamboa confirmed receiving an invitation via Viber from the Mayor Rodrigo Roa Duterte - National Executive Coordinating Committee (MRRD-NECC) to a meeting advocating for a revolutionary government.
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The Philippine National Police (PNP) has officially declined to support any calls for a revolutionary government, citing their unwavering loyalty to the Constitution and existing laws.
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Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana wants an investigation into the pro-Duterte group, Mayor Rodrigo Roa Duterte - National Executive Coordinating Committee (MRRD-NECC), for pushing an illegal and unconstitutional revolutionary government.
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The Philippine Bar Association (PBA) warned against ignoring calls for a revolutionary government, stating that such movements can fester and grow if not addressed immediately.
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