Podcast hosts sued for remarks against person with disability
The 1PWD Party-list has filed a complaint with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) against the hosts of the podcast "Machong Chismisan" for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Joshua Aquino, who is on the autism spectrum. This action is being taken due to suspected violations of the Magna Carta for Persons with Disability.
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