Remulla to refund VP Respicio's drug test cost; comments on 'natural' state spark debate
Philippines Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla will refund the drug test cost of Reina Mercedes, Isabela Vice Mayor Harold Respicio, who tested negative. Remulla's subsequent comment, suggesting Respicio's 'natural' state of mind, has drawn criticism.
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