Imee Marcos skips Tacloban campaign over Duterte's arrest

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Senator Imee Marcos did not attend the 'Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas' campaign event in Tacloban on Friday. She expressed her disapproval of the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte, who was taken into custody on March 11 under an International Criminal Court warrant. Duterte's arrest is linked to allegations of crimes against humanity during his anti-drug campaign. Marcos apologized to her constituents for missing the rally, stating she is studying the situation to clarify the issue for the public. President Ferdinand Marcos dismissed claims that Duterte's arrest is politically motivated. He stated that the government is complying with Interpol's requests but has not cooperated with the ICC regarding Duterte's case.


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