NBI to Subpoena Leviste, Paras Over Alleged Plot to Frame Recto

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) will issue subpoenas next week to Batangas Rep. Leandro Leviste and former Negros Oriental Rep. Jing Paras over an alleged honeytrap and human trafficking plot to frame Executive Secretary Ralph Recto. NBI Director Melvin Matibag said in an interview on Friday that the subpoenas were to compel both individuals to testify regarding the allegations. The alleged plot reportedly involves a honeytrap scheme using women and human trafficking in the process to orchestrate false accusations against Executive Secretary Recto. The NBI is working to uncover the full extent of the incident and identify all involved parties. In the Philippines, it is not uncommon for conspiracy theories and accusations to surface amidst intensifying political rivalries. Cases involving individuals close to the center of power tend to attract significant public attention and can cause political ripples. This subpoena marks a preliminary step towards uncovering the truth of the matter. Source: Inquirer NewsInfo