Supreme Court acquits Imelda Marcos in 7 graft cases due to weak evidence
The Philippine Supreme Court overturned the conviction of former First Lady Imelda Marcos in seven graft cases, citing insufficient and inadmissible evidence. The ruling acquits Marcos, who had previously received jail sentences, potentially leading to her release.
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