Imee Marcos: Pity for arrested Duterte, calls case political

Senator Imee Marcos expressed pity for former President Rodrigo Duterte following his arrest based on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant over alleged crimes against humanity linked to his war on drugs.

Marcos said she was shocked and could not believe the event, expressing that it reminded her of similar situations faced by previous presidents like Ferdinand Marcos Sr., Joseph Estrada, and Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.

The senator argued that political conflict does not bring economic growth or public satisfaction and warned that further chaos may result from Duterte's arrest.

Marcos emphasized that the case against Duterte is more about politics than justice and questioned if it has improved lives or progressed the country.

Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada said Duterte, as a lawyer, knows how to defend himself and trust in the functioning of the justice system.

Senator Risa Hontiveros emphasized that Duterte must submit to the rule of law and stressed that justice should extend beyond him to those involved in the killings during his presidency.