Sen. Emmanuel “Manny” PacquiaoSENATE President Vicente Sotto 3rd and Sen. Panfilo Lacson advised colleague Sen. Emmanuel "Manny" Pacquiao to ensure that all his exposés are backed by solid evidence in order to land a knockout against corruption. Pacquiao had accepted the challenge from President Rodrigo Duterte to cite specific instances of corruption after the boxing legend-turned-senator had criticized corruption in the Duterte administration. But Lacson also said he hopes the word war between Pacquiao and President Duterte will not become personal. Lacson said, however, that Pacquiao should not be underestimated either, as he has shown signs he is doing his research. Sotto said he would run for the vice presidency if Lacson wanted him to be his running mate.

Source: Manila Times July 02, 2021 16:18 UTC