VP Sara asks NBI for Gracioso affidavit before conference
Vice President Sara Duterte has requested the National Bureau of Investigation provide a copy of Rodulfo Gracioso Jr.'s affidavit before she attends a scheduled conference. Her legal team stated they cannot meaningfully respond to the allegations without reviewing the supporting documentation.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing legal and political tensions involving high-ranking Philippine government officials and investigative bodies.
Manila Bulletin - VP Sara asks NBI for Gracioso affidavit before conference
VP Sara asks NBI for Gracioso affidavit before conference
Duterte's camp says she cannot meaningfully respond to Rodulfo Gracioso Jr.'s allegations without first reviewing his affidavit and supporting documents
Vice President Sara Duterte has asked the NBI for a copy of Rodulfo Gracioso Jr.'s affidavit and supporting documents before responding to his allegations.
Duterte's lawyers said they could not attend the NBI conference on Oct. 5 without first receiving and reviewing the requested documents.
Her legal team asked the NBI to move the conference to Oct. 8, assuming the requested documents are received in time.
Vice President Sara Duterte has asked the National Bureau of Investigation to provide a copy of Rodulfo M. Gracioso Jr.’s affidavit and supporting documents before she attends a conference on his allegations. (Photo: Inday Sara Duterte / Facebook)
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