Espiritu urges monitoring Duterte's legal issues closely

Lawyer Luke Espiritu, a senatorial candidate, urged advocates to monitor the Marcos administration's actions regarding former President Rodrigo Duterte's legal issues. He expressed concern that political motives might overshadow the pursuit of justice. Espiritu referenced the case of former President Joseph Estrada, who was pardoned after a plunder conviction, highlighting the need for accountability. He emphasized that justice should not be compromised for political reasons. Recent discussions about an arrest warrant for Duterte from the International Criminal Court have emerged due to ongoing investigations into his administration's war on drugs. The Marcos administration has indicated willingness to cooperate with Interpol on this matter.