Enrile warns against spreading false information online

Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile has urged social media users to avoid spreading false information. He believes that misinformation can create chaos and disorder in society. His comments came after a recent hearing by the House of Representatives focused on the spread of "fake news." Enrile emphasized the importance of sharing only verified and truthful information online. He stated that social media users should be responsible and careful when posting content. This is essential to prevent misleading those who might not know the truth. The House hearing featured social media personalities and vloggers who were questioned about their controversial online posts. Some attendees, like newspaper editor Krizette Laureta Chu and bloggers MJ Quiambao Reyes and Mark Lopez, faced tough scrutiny. They were pressured to apologize for making "sensationalized, baseless" claims in their content. Many of those summoned have large followings and have previously supported former President Rodrigo Duterte. Duterte was recently transferred to the International Criminal Court in The Hague, facing charges related to his controversial drug war policies while in office.