Free Speech Not a Shield for Lies Against Witnesses in Quiboloy Probe, Says Senator
Senator Risa Hontiveros stated that freedom of speech cannot shield the spread of false information against witnesses in the probe involving religious leader Apollo Quiboloy. The Department of Justice has recommended the indictment of six individuals for cyber libel, accused of targeting witnesses.
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