Robredo welcomes Duterte's defense amid COVID-19 relief probe calls

Vice President Leni Robredo welcomed President Rodrigo Duterte's defense of her amid calls for an investigation into her fundraising efforts for COVID-19 relief.

Robredo appreciated the president's move, stating it was a welcome message that unity should be prioritized over politics during the pandemic.

She expressed surprise at Duterte defending her, noting it is rare for him to publicly support public officials.