Lacson: Pacquiao intends to run for president in 2022

Senator Manny Pacquiao intends to run for president in the 2022 elections, Senator Panfilo Lacson revealed on Friday.

Lacson stated that Pacquiao approached him two or three times last year to discuss his plans and seek assistance with budget issues.

When asked if Pacquiao is planning to run for president, Lacson confirmed this but noted that Pacquiao prefers not to talk about it publicly due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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