Groups condemn SC’s dismissal of plunder charges vs. ex-Pres. Arroyo
Groups condemn SC’s dismissal of plunder charges vs. ex-Pres. Arroyo
DAVAO CITY — Partylist lawmaker Carlos Isagani Zarate on Tuesday, July 19 expressed disappointment with the Supreme Court’s dismissal of plunder charges against former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
The case involves the alleged plunder of the P366-million confidential intelligence fund of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) during Arroyo’s term as president. Arroyo now serves as the 2nd District Representative of Pampanga.
In a vote of 11-4, the SC on Tuesday ordered for Arroyo’s release from house arrest at the Veterans Memorial Center (VMMC) in Quezon City.
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