MANILA — Senator Chiz Escudero expressed concern regarding the recent statement from the Department of Justice (DOJ) indicating their preparation of legal briefs outlining potential options for President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. in light of the International Criminal Court (ICC) probe.
Escudero questioned the necessity of a press conference to announce this, stating, “What I don’t understand is why a press conference had to be called to announce something that is in the normal course of things or as it should be.”
He emphasized that providing legal briefings to the President is standard procedure.
Earlier, DOJ spokesperson Mico Clavano announced the preparation of these briefs, citing the possibility of ICC warrants about former president Rodrigo Duterte.
Clavano remarked, “Aware naman tayo na ‘yung policy ngayon ng gobyerno na hindi papasukin ang ICC ay posible namang mag-iba.” He stressed the need for an objective briefing to inform the President about legalities, options, and remedies should ICC warrants be issued.
Escudero urged the Executive Branch to exercise caution, clarify the purpose of the press conference, and ensure that decisions are made objectively without political bias.
(el Amigo/MNM)
